Khepri

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Khepri Pronunciation

Khepri is pronounced KEP-ree /ˈkɛp.ri/Medium

Meaning: From Egyptian Khepri, 'the one who comes into being; the morning/rising sun' — the scarab-headed god of the dawn and rebirth; we note the deityLow

In 30 seconds: The scarab; the rising-sun god: Khepri is Egyptian. Crisp, ancient, and warm (said 'KEP-ree').

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Origin LowEgyptian

MeaningFrom Egyptian Khepri, 'the one who comes into being; the morning/rising sun' — the scarab-headed god of the dawn and rebirth; we note the deity

U.S. rank (2024)#7036 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 70

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Khepri comes from Egyptian Khepri, 'the one who comes into being; the morning/rising sun' — the scarab-headed god who rolled the sun across the sky, a symbol of rebirth (we note the deity). A crisp, ancient name (said 'KEP-ree').

In the U.S. it appears thinly. Rare, the-rising-sun at the root, and ancient.

Did you know? Khepri means 'the one who comes into being; the morning/rising sun' in Egyptian — the scarab-headed god of the dawn and rebirth — a crisp, ancient name (we note the deity; said 'KEP-ree').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Khepri — deity noted

Variations

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Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Khepri?

Khepri is pronounced KEP-ree (/ˈkɛp.ri/). Press play above to hear Khepri said aloud.

How do you say Khepri?

Khepri is said KEP-ree (/ˈkɛp.ri/). Press play above to hear Khepri said aloud.

What does the name Khepri mean?

Khepri is Egyptian for 'the one who comes into being; the rising sun' — the scarab-headed god of the dawn. We note the deity.

Is Khepri a boy or girl name?

Khepri is a boy's name.

How popular is Khepri?

Khepri is a rare name in the U.S.