Kaia Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAI-uh / /ˈkaɪə/Hawaiian; Scandinavian
Meaning
Hawaiian: sea; Scandinavian: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Kaia is often associated with the ocean and nature. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the United States. In Scandinavian contexts, it is sometimes viewed as a variant of the name Kaya, which also has meanings related to purity.
Trend Summary
Kaia has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaya
- Kaiah
International Variants
- Kaia (Norwegian)
- Kaya (Turkish)
- Kaia (Hawaiian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaia was first seen in the United States in 2001. Kaia has ranked as high as #1413 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kaia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |