Keila
Keila is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Citadel, fortress, or stronghold.
Origin and history
Keila is a name of Hebrew origin, often considered a modern variation of Kaila or Keilah, meaning citadel or fortress. It is also recognized as a place name in the Hebrew Bible. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady, moderate usage as an accessible alternative to similar-sounding names like Kayla.
Popularity in the United States
7,424 babies in the United States have been named Keila since 1880. It ranks #1947 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1477.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29 %)
- TX (24.8 %)
- NY (13.9 %)
- FL (8.4 %)
- NJ (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 34 |
| 1960-1970 | 158 |
| 1970-1980 | 388 |
| 1980-1990 | 745 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,576 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,212 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,682 |
| 2020-2029 | 629 |
Famous people named Keila
- Keila Costa: athlete, olympian
Fun facts
- In the Old Testament, Keilah was a city saved by David from Philistine attackers.
- Its popularity rose alongside similar modern American names like Kayla, Kyla, and Keyla.