Keturah
Keturah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɪˈtʊər.ə/
Meaning and origin of Keturah
- A female given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Hebrew קְטוּרָה (Qəṭūrā, “Keturah”).
How popular is Keturah?
Since 1880, 3,541 girls in the U.S. have been named Keturah. Its highest rank for girls was #1339 in 1982. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Keturah FAQ
What does the name Keturah mean?
A female given name from Hebrew. From Hebrew קְטוּרָה (Qəṭūrā, “Keturah”).
What is the origin of the name Keturah?
Keturah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Keturah?
Since 1880, 3,541 girls in the U.S. have been named Keturah. Its highest rank for girls was #1339 in 1982. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Keturah a boy or girl name?
Keturah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,541 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.