Kia Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-ah / /ˈkiː.ə/African; Native American; English
Meaning
African: 'to be a part of'; Native American: 'the one who is a leader'; English: 'a short form of various names'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kia has various origins, including African and Native American roots. In some African cultures, it signifies belonging or community. In Native American contexts, it can denote leadership qualities. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking countries as a modern name.
Trend Summary
The name Kia has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with modern naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiah
- Kiaa
International Variants
- Kia (English)
- Kia (Japanese)
Famous people named Kia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kia was first seen in the United States in 1975. Kia has ranked as high as #1234 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, and District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Kia has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kia (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |