Keela
Keela is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,598 in the US, popular nicknames include Kee, Key, and Keeie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Keela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 1,065 babies have been named Keela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keela is past its peak , currently ranked #64,598 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,598
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Keela
Keela is a girl name .
Keela is currently ranked #64,598 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Keela include Kee, Key, and Keeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Keela include Keeley, Keely . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis