Khysen
A unique invented name, possibly influenced by the Scandinavian name Kysen.
Name Census estimates that about 140 living Americans carry the first name Khysen. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Khysen today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Khysen births was 2024 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Khysen. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
140
~ 1 in 2,448,245 Americans
Peak year
2024
28 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,925
Tracked since 2013
Popularity
Khysen: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Khysen from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 91 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Khysen by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Khysen during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Khysens live
Origin
Meaning and history of Khysen
The name Khysen is a relatively modern invention, with its origins rooted in the late 20th century. It is believed to have been created as a unique and stylized variation of the name Kyson, which itself is a portmanteau blending the names Kyle and Jason. While there are no definitive records of its linguistic or cultural origins, the inclusion of the letter "h" and the distinctive spelling with a "y" suggest an attempt to add a touch of individuality and flair to this composite name.
Despite its recent coinage, the name Khysen has managed to carve out a niche for itself in various parts of the world. One of the earliest recorded instances of its use can be traced back to Khysen Abreu, a Brazilian mixed martial artist born in 1989, who has competed in several prestigious MMA promotions, including the UFC.
Another notable individual bearing this name is Khysen Quintero, an American singer-songwriter born in 1996. He gained recognition for his participation in the popular reality TV show "The Voice" in 2017, where he showcased his musical talents and unique vocal style.
In the realm of sports, Khysen Jones, an American football player born in 1997, has made a name for himself as a defensive back. He played college football at East Carolina University and was signed by the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent in 2021.
Khysen Harlow, born in 1998, is a Canadian social media influencer and model who has amassed a significant following on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. He is known for his fashion-forward style and has collaborated with various brands and companies.
Lastly, Khysen Leigh, born in 2001, is a rising Australian actor who has appeared in several television shows and films. While still early in his career, he has garnered praise for his versatile performances and is considered a promising young talent in the entertainment industry.
It's worth noting that while these individuals have helped to introduce and popularize the name Khysen in their respective fields, the name remains relatively uncommon and its usage is still limited compared to more established and traditional names.
People
Khysen + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Khysen as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Khysen: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Khysen?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 140 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Khysen going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,448,245 US residents.
Is Khysen a common name?
We classify Khysen as "Very Rare". It ranks above 69.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 141 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Khysen most popular?
The single biggest year for Khysen was 2024, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Khysen is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Khysen in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Khysen a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Khysen in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Khysen still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Khysen in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Khysen can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Khysen?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.