Kessiah Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEH-see-uh / /ˈkɛs.i.ə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Kessiah (Hebrew: 'cassia' or 'cinnamon'); Kessiah (English: variant of Kezia)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Kessiah is derived from 'cassia', a spice mentioned in the Bible, symbolizing sweetness and fragrance. The name is also linked to Kezia, a biblical figure, which has been used in English-speaking cultures as a variant. The name has gained popularity in modern times as a unique alternative to more common names.
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Variants
- Keziah
- Kezia
- Kessia
International Variants
- Keziah (English)
- Kezia (English)
Famous people named Kessiah
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Fictional characters named Kessiah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kessiah was first seen in the United States in 2017. Kessiah has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Kessiah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kessiah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
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| 2017 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 21 |