Keasia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kezia is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'cassia' or 'cinnamon', associated with a biblical figure from the Book of Job. The name has evolved through various forms and is often seen as unique and elegant in modern times. It carries a sense of beauty and strength, with no direct biblical relevance beyond its roots.
The name Keasia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Keasia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Keasia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8802nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2207th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5618th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keasia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keasia"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːziə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Kezia is derived from the Hebrew name קֵדֵר (Kedar), which means 'cassia', a type of spice tree. In the Bible, Kezia is mentioned as one of the daughters of Job.
Meaning
cinnamon, spice
Language Evolution
Kezia (Hebrew), Keziah (Old English), Kezia (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Kezia is a biblical name found in the Book of Job, where she is one of the daughters of Job, emphasizing beauty and value.
Historical Usage
Kezia gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, particularly among those looking for unique or biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Keziah, Kezia, Kez
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kezia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and resilience due to its biblical roots.
Famous People
Kezia Dugdale, a Scottish politician, Kezia Noble, a dating coach and author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keasia"
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 "Keasia"
"Keasia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8802nd of 27321 | 119 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2207th of 35406 | 1,309 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5618th of 30306 | 271 |
Regional Popularity of "Keasia" 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 "Keasia" 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) |
82.01% 3022nd/3685 |
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90.91% 4722nd/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.77% 2189th/4582 |
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18.00% 1316th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
67.80% 4625th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Keasia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keasia" 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.