UK boy's name
Kairus
An invented name likely meaning "favorable time" or "opportune moment".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kairus is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kairus popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2024 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Kairus is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Kairus. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kairus ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 3 boys were registered as Kairus.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kairus as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2024
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Kairus mean?
The name Kairus is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek language, with its roots dating back to the classical period of Greek civilization, around the 5th century BCE. The name is derived from the Greek word "kairos," which means "the opportune moment" or "the right time."
In ancient Greek philosophy, the concept of "kairos" held significant importance, as it represented the ability to recognize and seize the opportune moment for action or decision-making. This philosophical idea was embraced by thinkers such as Aristotle and Isocrates, who emphasized the importance of timing and seizing opportunities at the right moment.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Kairus can be traced back to ancient Greek literature and historical records. One notable individual bearing this name was Kairus of Lindos, a Greek architect and sculptor who lived in the 6th century BCE. He is renowned for his contributions to the construction of the Acropolis of Lindos, a significant archaeological site on the island of Rhodes.
Another historical figure with the name Kairus was a Spartan soldier who fought in the Peloponnesian War against Athens in the 5th century BCE. While limited information is available about his life, his name appears in some ancient Greek texts describing the conflicts between Sparta and Athens during this turbulent period.
In the 4th century BCE, a philosopher named Kairus of Ephesus gained recognition for his teachings on ethical conduct and moral philosophy. His works, though largely lost to time, were referenced by later philosophers and scholars, attesting to his influence during that era.
During the Byzantine period, a notable figure named Kairus of Constantinople emerged as a prominent theologian and scholar in the 6th century CE. He is remembered for his contributions to the interpretation of Christian scriptures and his participation in various theological debates of the time.
Lastly, in the 12th century CE, a Persian poet and mystic named Kairus al-Din Rumi is believed to have been born in the city of Balkh, modern-day Afghanistan. He was renowned for his profound and influential poetic works, which explored themes of spirituality, love, and the human condition. Rumi's literary legacy continues to resonate across various cultures and traditions to this day.
These examples showcase the historical presence of the name Kairus and its connections to individuals who left their mark in various fields, ranging from architecture and philosophy to theology and literature, spanning different eras and cultures.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Kairus by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kairus was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5119 | 3 | 1 |
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- Kai 24,432
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- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Kairus: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kairus in the UK right now?
In 2024, Kairus was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kairus most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 3 babies registered as Kairus in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kairus?
An invented name likely meaning "favorable time" or "opportune moment".
How many people are called Kairus in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Kairus across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.