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Kessiah
Kessiah Pronunciation
Kessiah is pronounced kə-SY-ah /kəˈsaɪ.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: Spelling of Keziah/Kezia — from Hebrew Ketziah, 'cassia, a fragrant tree' (a daughter of Job); here for boys; routes layeredLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Kessiah is a spelling of Keziah/Kezia — from Hebrew Ketziah, 'cassia, a fragrant tree' (a daughter of Job, restored after his trials; routes layered, which we note). A soft, distinctive name, predominantly for girls, here covered for boys honestly.
It registers thinly for boys. Rare, cassia at the root, and distinctive.
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How do you pronounce Kessiah?
Kessiah is pronounced kə-SY-ah (/kəˈsaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Kessiah said aloud.
How do you say Kessiah?
Kessiah is said kə-SY-ah (/kəˈsaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Kessiah said aloud.
What does the name Kessiah mean?
Kessiah spells Keziah — Hebrew 'cassia, a fragrant tree'; the routes are layered.
Is Kessiah a boy or girl name?
Kessiah is used for both sexes (mostly girls); this page covers its use as a boy's name.
How popular is Kessiah?
Kessiah is a very rare name in the U.S.