Rising since 1991, #2,822 for girls today.
Popularity of Kezia since 1961
Babies named Kezia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 46 |
| 1970s | 195 |
| 1980s | 294 |
| 1990s | 409 |
| 2000s | 547 |
| 2010s | 596 |
| 2020s | 337 |
Meaning & origin
Kezia first appeared in U.S. baby name records in 1961, and in 2025 it was given to roughly 1 in 26,788 girls, ranking 2,822th. Its peak year was 2010, and the name has been rising since 1991. Texas has been the top state for Kezia, suggesting concentrated usage. Despite its modest overall frequency, Kezia shows a clear upward trajectory, fitting a pattern of biblical and vintage-sounding names gaining renewed favor. While it may be derived from the Hebrew name Keziah, its modern spelling and rising popularity point to a contemporary adoption. The name shares a gentle sound with other 'Z' names and fits well with siblings like Zara or Ezra, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar choice.
The name Kezia may derive from the Hebrew name Keziah, meaning 'cassia,' a fragrant bark used in incense. Keziah appears as one of Job's daughters in the Hebrew Bible. Alternatively, Kezia may be a modern spelling variant or a contemporary invention influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Keziah or Kiera. It has been used in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century.
Where Kezia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kezia” around the world
Where Kezia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kez, Kezzie, Zia
Sibling names for Kezia
Names that share Kezia's style, for a brother or sister.
