Kaniah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-NIE-uh / /kəˈnaɪə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
God has established (Hebrew); pure (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Kaniah is derived from the root meaning 'to establish' or 'to create,' often associated with divine purpose. The name reflects a spiritual significance in Jewish culture, emphasizing a connection to faith and destiny. In English contexts, Kaniah may be viewed as a modern variation or creative spelling of names like Kanya, which means 'pure' in some interpretations, reflecting a more contemporary naming trend.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kania
- Kanyah
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaniah was first seen in the United States in 1996. Kaniah has ranked as high as #1308 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Kaniah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaniah (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2007 | 40 |
| 2008 | 35 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 6 |