Holding steady, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Kelaiah since 1991
Babies named Kelaiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 83 |
| 2010s | 97 |
| 2020s | 63 |
Meaning & origin
Kelaiah is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1991. Its peak popularity came in 2015, though it has never been widespread. As of 2025, it ranks 8860, with approximately 1 in 146,115 newborns receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been stable, suggesting consistent but rare usage. Kelaiah's structure reflects contemporary naming trends, combining the vowel-rich 'Ke-' with the '-iah' suffix seen in biblical names. Without deep historical roots, its appeal lies in its melodic sound and modernity, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Kelaiah appears to be a modern American coinage, first recorded in 1991. It likely follows the fashionable pattern of names ending in -iah (such as Isaiah or Jeremia) and may incorporate the melodic 'Ke-' prefix seen in names like Keilani and Kelsey. There is no established historical derivation or meaning outside of its phonetic appeal.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kela, Kai, Lala
Sibling names for Kelaiah
Names that share Kelaiah's style, for a brother or sister.
