Holding steady.
Popularity of Keia since 1967
Babies named Keia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 179 |
| 1980s | 187 |
| 1990s | 187 |
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Keia is a rare American name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1967. It saw its peak usage in 1993, though even then it remained uncommon. Despite its rarity, the name has shown remarkable stability in usage, with a flat trajectory since the 1990s. The name's origin is uncertain; it may be a respelling of Kaya or a modern invention, aligning with the trend of K-initial names popular in the late 20th century. Keia has never ranked in the top 1000, and its one-in-N rate is too low to calculate, reflecting its rarity. No top states are associated with this name, as its usage is scattered and infrequent.
Keia first appeared in U.S. records in 1967, but its origins are unclear. It may be a respelling of Kaya (from Japanese for 'yew' or 'resting place') or a shortened form of names like Keiana or Keisha. More likely, it is a modern coinage combining the popular 'K' initial and '-ia' suffix. The name has never ranked in the top 1000, remaining rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Keke, Kai
Sibling names for Keia
Names that share Keia's style, for a brother or sister.
