Kezia
Kezia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kezia
Root meaning: “cassia tree”
- A female given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Hebrew קְצִיעָה (“cassia tree”). Compare cassia.
How popular is Kezia?
Since 1880, 2,424 girls in the U.S. have been named Kezia. Its highest rank for girls was #1958 in 1979. In 2025, 60 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Kezia FAQ
What does the name Kezia mean?
Kezia traces back to a root meaning "cassia tree". A female given name from Hebrew. From Hebrew קְצִיעָה (“cassia tree”). Compare cassia.
What is the origin of the name Kezia?
Kezia is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Kezia?
Since 1880, 2,424 girls in the U.S. have been named Kezia. Its highest rank for girls was #1958 in 1979. In 2025, 60 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kezia a boy or girl name?
Kezia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,424 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.