Kezia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEH-zee-uh / /ˈkɛziə/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'cassia' (a spice); Arabic: 'the one who is pure'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kezia is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Old Testament as one of the daughters of Job. In Jewish tradition, it is associated with beauty and fragrance due to its connection to the cassia plant. The name is also used in Arabic-speaking cultures, where it carries connotations of purity. It has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Kezia has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Keziah
- Kezia
International Variants
- Kezia (English)
- Keziah (English)
Famous people named Kezia
Kezia Dugdale is a Scottish politician known for her role as the leader of the Scottish Labour Party.
Kezia Noble is a British dating coach and author recognized for her work in relationship advice.
Fictional characters named Kezia
Kezia is a character in the novel 'The Book of Job', representing one of Job's daughters.
Kezia is a character in the children's book 'Kezia and the New Girl', where she navigates friendship and change.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kezia was first seen in the United States in 1961. Kezia has ranked as high as #1312 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kezia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kezia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 53 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 36 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 41 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 47 |
| 1997 | 52 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 52 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 40 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 57 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 76 |
| 2008 | 71 |
| 2009 | 51 |
| 2010 | 73 |
| 2011 | 51 |
| 2012 | 58 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 53 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 54 |
| 2017 | 58 |
| 2018 | 55 |
| 2019 | 65 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 58 |
| 2024 | 53 |