Kileah

“A modern variant of the name Kalia, interpreted as 'heavenly' or 'pure'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1576US 2023

624Births / yr

→Stable

43All-time births

📅 Since 200200

What does Kileah mean and where does it come from?

Kileah derives from the name Kalia, which has Hawaiian origins meaning 'the most beautiful flower.' The variant Kileah has garnered popularity, especially in the United States, showcasing the trend of using unique, modernized spellings of traditional names. Kileah, while not widely recognized, exemp

Cultural significance

Kileah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variant of the name kalia, interpreted as 'heavenly' or 'pure'..

Peak popularity

Reached #11908 in 2011 — currently #1576 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kileah?

Kileah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kileah Grace

How popular is Kileah right now?

Holding steady — currently #1576 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#1576 · Top 1.2%

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1576	624	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1581	604	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1586	574	▲ up 11028 · +7075% births
2015	#12614	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kileah

Best Year2023Rank #1576

Peak Count624

Average Rank#4339

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Kileah

Kileah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 43 total births recorded, Kileah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12614 in 2015 to #1576 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kileah in 2011:

Sophia Isabella Emma Olivia Ava

💎Kileah has only 43 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kileah?

Common

KilKilieKilyIleah

What names sound and feel like Kileah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kileah also consider these

Rileah

American · A derivative of

Lileah

American · my God is

Kilea

American · The keeper of

Mileah

American · Hebrew

Ileah

American · A beloved name

Nileah

English · the one who

Aileah

American · Irish

Timeah

American · An invented name

Common questions about the name Kileah

What does the name Kileah mean?

Kileah means "A modern variant of the name Kalia, interpreted as 'heavenly' or 'pure'." — 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 Kileah?

Kileah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Kileah?

Kileah 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.

Is Kileah a common or rare name?

Kileah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Kileah?

Kileah naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.