Keyilah
KAY-lah
Keyilah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A modern name derived from the Hebrew name 'Keilah,' which means 'citadel' or 'fortress,' or is associated with the city of Keilah.”, and peaked in popularity in 2006.
What Keyilah Means
“A modern name derived from the Hebrew name 'Keilah,' which means 'citadel' or 'fortress,' or is associated with the city of Keilah.”
The Story of Keyilah
Rooted in an ancient word for 'citadel,' this name offers your daughter strength and a protective spirit.
Keyilah is a modern name with roots in the Hebrew name Keilah. In Hebrew, Keilah refers to a 'citadel' or 'fortress,' or is associated with the ancient Judean city mentioned in the Bible. Its modern usage carries forward this sense of strength and rootedness.
When you whisper Keyilah to your daughter, you impart a sense of inner strength and unwavering resilience. This name speaks to a protective nature, a child who is both independent and a steadfast presence for those she cares about.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 2006
Total Births
11
First Recorded
2006
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