Khole
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Khole
Khole is a feminine name that appears to be a contemporary variant spelling of Chloe, which has Greek origins meaning 'young green shoot' or 'blooming.' This modern spelling adaptation follows the trend of using 'K' instead of 'C' to create distinctive versions of classic names. Khole maintains the melodic single-syllable sound of Chloe while offering a unique written form. The name gained some recognition in the early 21st century, possibly influenced by media personalities. Despite its variation in spelling, it carries the same fresh, vibrant associations as its traditional counterpart. Khole appeals to parents seeking a name that feels familiar yet distinctive. Though less common than the traditional spelling, it provides a contemporary twist on a name with ancient roots.
Khole is also given to boys.
Pronounced KLO-ee.
As of October 2026, Khole ranked #13190 in US births in 2021 SSA, peaked at #8426 in 2006.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,623 | 43 | 24.1 |
| 2015 | #2,827 | 62 | 34.7 |
| 2016 | #3,622 | 43 | 24.3 |
| 2017 | #3,735 | 41 | 23.7 |
| 2018 | #3,085 | 53 | 31.2 |
| 2019 | #3,691 | 41 | 24.4 |
| 2020 | #4,220 | 33 | 20.4 |
| 2021 | #3,841 | 39 | 23.8 |
| 2022 | #4,334 | 33 | 20.1 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | #4,508 | 31 | 19.1 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |