Keala

Q: What is the origin of Keala?

Keala is of Hawaiian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Keala a girl name?

Keala is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"The Path"

Keala is a Hawaiian given name, often interpreted as referring to a path or way forward in life.

Themes:hawaiianpathjourneygiven

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Popularity History of Keala

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#6495Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Keala did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Keala Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Keala.

10 ideas

keay

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keal

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kie

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eala

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alay

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kealaie

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kealay

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Baby Name Lists That Include Keala

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Keala mean?

Keala means "The Path". Keala is a Hawaiian given name, often interpreted as referring to a path or way forward in life.

What is the origin of Keala?

Keala is of Hawaiian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Keala?

According to the latest SSA data, Keala is currently ranked #6495 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Keala a girl name?

Keala is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Keala?

Popular nicknames for Keala include keay, keal, kie, ky, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Keala?

There are many names similar to Keala in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHawaiian

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#6495

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alika Akoni Alekai Alikai Alani

Sisters

Anela Aulani Ahlani Aolani Aloha

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