A modern creation, often associated with diamond or pure
Kiyah is a contemporary American name likely developed as a phonetic variation of Kaiya or Kaia. While it lacks a singular ancient root, it is often interpreted through its similarity to the Swahili word 'kiya' meaning 'diamond' or the Japanese 'kaya' meaning 'resting place'.
Less common today
Kiyah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,669 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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