Keia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-uh / ˈkeɪ.əHawaiian; English
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'the sea'; English: 'a variant of the name Kia'
Historical & Cultural Background
Keia is a name of Hawaiian origin, often associated with the ocean and nature. In Hawaiian culture, names are deeply connected to the environment and can reflect elements of the natural world. The name has also gained some popularity in English-speaking countries as a modern variant.
Trend Summary
Keia is a relatively uncommon name in the United States, with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kea
- Kia
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keia was first seen in the United States in 1967. Keia has ranked as high as #1214 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Keia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keia (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |