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Keturah

keh-TOO-rah

Keturah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Keturah is a Hebrew name meaning "incense" or "fragrant."”. It currently ranks #3460 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1992.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Keturah Means

Keturah is a Hebrew name meaning "incense" or "fragrant."

The Story of Keturah

Imagine a name that carries the subtle strength of ancient incense, a fragrance that has drawn people close for centuries.

Keturah comes from a Hebrew root meaning 'incense' or 'fragrant,' appearing in the Old Testament as Abraham's second wife. This ancient name evokes the aromatic spices carried on desert winds, used in sacred rituals across the ancient Near East. It traveled through biblical texts, carrying its quiet, evocative meaning through generations.

When you whisper 'Keturah' to your sleeping child, it might feel like releasing a soft, comforting scent into the quiet room. It's a name that suggests an inherent gentleness, a presence that fills a space with warmth without needing to be loud. You'll see her carry a serene quality, drawing others in with her innate kindness.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Keturah Brown

    American gospel singer

Personality Traits

GentleSpiritualKindCreative

Peak Year

#96 in 1992

Total Births

3,510

First Recorded

1890

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