Declining since 2002, #2,933 for girls today.
Popularity of Kiya since 1970
Babies named Kiya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 163 |
| 1980s | 174 |
| 1990s | 635 |
| 2000s | 1,775 |
| 2010s | 994 |
| 2020s | 393 |
Meaning & origin
Kiya is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1970. It peaked in popularity in 2002 and has been declining since then. As of 2025, it ranked 2,933, with approximately 1 in 28,198 baby girls receiving the name. The name is most common in Texas. Kiya may have originated as a variant of Kaya or as a creative spelling, reflecting a trend toward short, vowel-ending names. Its meaning remains uncertain, adding to its appeal as a distinctive choice.
Kiya is a modern name that emerged in the United States in the 1970s, possibly influenced by names like Kaya or Mia. It may also be a short form of names such as Kiara or Akiya. Its usage has been steadily recorded since 1970, with a peak in the early 2000s.
Where Kiya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kiya” around the world
Where Kiya lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ki
Sibling names for Kiya
Names that share Kiya's style, for a brother or sister.
