Kaiah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaiah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'the one who is like God'. It evolved from the Hebrew name 'Kaya' and has become popular in recent decades. The name reflects traits of spirituality and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Kaiah is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaiah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaiah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5700th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3267th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaiah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaiah"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Kaiah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Kaya', which means 'the one who is like God'. It is often associated with the Hebrew word 'Yah' referring to God.
Meaning
the one who is like God
Language Evolution
Kaya, Kaiah
Historical Usage
Kaiah gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly within communities that favor unique and modern names with spiritual significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Kaya, Kiah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaiah is perceived as a modern and trendy name that carries a spiritual connotation, appealing to parents seeking meaningful and distinctive names for their children.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaiah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kaiah"
"Kaiah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5700th of 35406 | 347 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3267th of 30306 | 592 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaiah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kaiah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
52.63% 3928th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
51.41% 3507th/6822 |
42.65% 2677th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaiah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaiah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.