Keila
ke(i)-la
US Popularity:3681
Origin:Modern
Meaning:Clean, clear, pure; Crown of laurel
A sweet title that flows off the tongue, Keila captures baby’s innocence perfectly. This girl’s name is a form of Kayla, which combines the elements kay and la to create this lyrical choice. Thought to derive from the classic title Katherina, Keila signifies “clean,” “clear,” and “pure.” Keila also has ties to the Hebrew moniker Kelila, stemming from the root kelil, which means “crown of laurel.” In Greek mythology, this was considered a wreath of honor, only placed on the heads of heroes. Clearly, Keila can take baby through from their doe-eyed youth to their inspiring future, leading them on a path of glory.
Keila Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Keila is currently #2685 on The Bump
Girl:Keila is currently #1824 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Keila is currently #3681 in U.S. births
Girl:Keila is currently #2036 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2036
in 2023
+ 270
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 184, 185
Behind the Name, Keila, February 2018
Behind the Name, Kayla, January 2022
Name Doctor, Keila
Name Doctor, Kayla (2)
Behind the Name, Kelila, December 2022
Britannica, bay laurel, plant, Laurus genus, June 2023
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