The white mountain; also a species of mountain parrot
In Hawaiian, Kea is often a short form of names like Mailekea, referring to 'white' or 'clear.' It is also the name of a highly intelligent alpine parrot native to New Zealand, though the name's use as a feminine given name is most rooted in Polynesian culture.
Less common today
Kea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,453 in 1993.
American fashion model and actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
