Great joy or cassia tree
Kecia is often considered a diminutive of Lakeisha or a variant of Keziah. In its connection to Keziah, it refers to the cassia tree, known for its aromatic spice. It gained some popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains a rare choice today.
Less common today
Kecia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,670 in 1990.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
