“the glimmering light” — Associated with Hawaiian culture
American origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#10790US 2022
9Births / yr
↑Rising
1.4kAll-time births
📅 Since 197600
How to pronounce Keiana
KE·EE·un·AH
/ˈkɛ.ˈiː.ən.ˈɑ/ · stress on KE · 4 syllables
“the glimmering light”
Associated with Hawaiian culture · American origin
What does Keiana mean and where does it come from?
Keiana is a modern name with Hawaiian roots. It reflects the beauty and spirituality often associated with Hawaiian culture. This name gained popularity in the U.S. in the late 20th century and is often chosen for its unique sound and meaningful representation. The name can also be seen as a synthes
Cultural significance
Keiana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the glimmering light.
Peak popularity
Reached #2147 in 1995 — currently #10790 in the US.
Rising fast — up 853 spots — currently #10790 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1980–2022#10790 · Top 8.0%
1980
1985
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
2020
2021
2022
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2022
#10790
9
▲ up 853 · +13% births
2021
#11643
8
▼ down 1255 · -11% births
2020
#10388
9
▲ up 2945 · +29% births
2015
#13333
7
▼ down 9627 · -83% births
2010
#3706
42
▼ down 555 · -16% births
2005
#3151
50
▼ down 759 · -23% births
2000
#2392
65
▼ down 245 · +3% births
1995
#2147
63
▲ up 1454 · +110% births
1990
#3601
30
▲ up 1226 · +88% births
1985
#4827
16
▼ down 980 · -24% births
1980
#3847
21
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Keiana
1995Rank #2147
65
#6348
↘Falling
1980 - 202211 years
The story of Keiana
Keiana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1976. With 1,396 total births recorded, Keiana remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3847 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10790 in 2022.
Keiana means "the glimmering light" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Keiana?
Keiana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Keiana have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Keiana?
Keiana originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Keiana?
Keiana is a four-syllable name pronounced K EH1 IY1 AH0 N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Keiana?
Keiana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Keiana
For a sister
Keiana & Avery♡
Keiana & Madison♡
Keiana & Zoey♡
Keiana & Madelyn♡
For a brother
Keiana & Ethan♡
Keiana & Jackson♡
Keiana & Mason♡
Keiana & Matthew♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2022
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#10790
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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🇦🇺 Australia
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