Khup

♂ Boy

Pronounced KUHP /ˈkʌp/Medium

Meaning: A name element among the Zomi and Chin peoples of Myanmar and northeast India, often carrying a sense of 'complete; whole; enough'. A heritage name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A short heritage name: Khup is a Zomi/Chin element tied to 'complete; whole' (said 'KUHP').

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Origin LowZomi

MeaningA name element among the Zomi and Chin peoples of Myanmar and northeast India, often carrying a sense of 'complete; whole; enough'. A heritage name we note respectfully.

U.S. rank (2024)#11676 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 105

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Khup is a name element among the Zomi and Chin peoples, used within longer names and on its own, often tied to a sense of 'complete; whole; enough'. A heritage name we note respectfully. A crisp one-beat pick (said 'KUHP').

It is used among Zomi and Chin families and very rare in the wider U.S. Rare here, short, and heritage-rich.

Did you know? Khup is a name element among the Zomi and Chin peoples of Myanmar and northeast India, often carrying a sense of 'complete; whole' — a heritage name we note respectfully (said 'KUHP').

Overall data confidence 40%

References - Khup — Zomi/Chin name element; 'complete; whole'

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Khup mean?

Khup is a Zomi and Chin name element, often carrying a sense of 'complete; whole; enough'.

How do you pronounce Khup?

It's said KUHP /ˈkʌp/ - one syllable.

Is Khup a boy or girl name?

Khup is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Khup?

Khup is very rare in the wider U.S. and used among Zomi and Chin families.