Kezia

Girl Name #3,064 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

Sweet as cinnamon, resilient as Job's daughter

Jewish English Puritan

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Meaning & Origin

"cassia tree, cinnamon"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: English

"fragrant spice"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

The Story of Kezia

Kezia (also spelled Keziah) is a Hebrew name meaning cassia, a fragrant spice tree related to cinnamon (the Hebrew qetsi'ah comes from the same root as the spice). In the Hebrew Bible, Keziah was one of the three beautiful daughters of Job, born after his restoration from suffering. Along with her sisters Jemimah and Keren-happuch, she is described as the most beautiful women in the land. The name carries both botanical sweetness and biblical resilience.

Keziah was used by Puritan families in 17th century England and colonial America as a biblical name. It has never been common but has maintained a devoted following, especially in religious communities. It is now finding a new audience as parents seek genuinely rare biblical names beyond the familiar Noah and Elijah tier.

In African communities across the diaspora, particularly in the Caribbean and West Africa, Keziah has been embraced as a name with Old Testament depth and spice-related sweetness. The name was popularized in the British Isles through Puritan Bible-reading traditions and remains associated with faith and resilience.

Fun Facts

Keziah is one of the three daughters of Job mentioned by name in the Hebrew Bible
The spice cassia (the meaning of Keziah) was used in the anointing oil described in Exodus 30
Author Katherine Mansfield used Kezia as the name of her autobiographical child character in many short stories

Kezia in Other Languages

Arabic Kesia

Hebrew Qetsi'ah

Swahili context Kezia (used in East Africa)

English variants Keziah, Kesia, Kezia

Famous People Named Kezia

Keziah (daughter of Job)

Other

One of the three beautiful daughters of Job in the Hebrew Bible, born after Job's restoration, described as the most bea...

One of the three beautiful daughters of Job in the Hebrew Bible, born after Job's restoration, described as the most beautiful women in the land

Kezia (Katherine Mansfield stories) Fictional

Other

Autobiographical child character in multiple short stories by New Zealand author Katherine Mansfield

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #3,064
Total SSA Count: 53
Cultural Origins: Jewish English Puritan
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Keziah #863

Common Nicknames

Kez Zia Kezi

Pairs Well With

Kezia Rose Kezia Mae Kezia Jane Kezia Grace Kezia Fern Kezia Wren Kezia Claire

Sibling Names

Jemima Japheth Phoebe Cassian Miriam Ezra Delilah

Similar Names

Cassia Saskia Keisha Keziah Kasiah

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kezia

What does the name Kezia mean?

"cassia tree, cinnamon" (from Hebrew). "fragrant spice" (from Hebrew). Kezia (also spelled Keziah) is a Hebrew name meaning cassia, a fragrant spice tree related to cinnamon (the Hebrew qetsi'ah comes from the same root as the spice). In the Hebrew Bible, Keziah was one of the three beautiful daughters of Job, born after his restoration from suffering. Along with her sisters Jemimah and Keren-happuch, she is described as the most beautiful women in the land. The name carries both botanical sweetness and biblical resilience.

What is the origin of the name Kezia?

Kezia has Hebrew, Jewish, English, and Puritan origins. In Hebrew, it means "cassia tree, cinnamon". In Hebrew, it means "fragrant spice".

Is Kezia a boy or girl name?

Kezia is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Kezia?

Kezia is currently ranked #3064 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Kezia?

Common nicknames for Kezia include Kez, Zia, and Kezi.

What are good middle names for Kezia?

Popular middle name pairings include Kezia Rose, Kezia Mae, Kezia Jane, Kezia Grace, Kezia Fern, Kezia Wren, and Kezia Claire.

What are good sibling names for Kezia?

Names that pair well with Kezia as siblings include Jemima, Japheth, Phoebe, Cassian, Miriam, Ezra, and Delilah.

How many syllables does Kezia have?

Kezia has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Kezia a common or rare name?

Kezia is an uncommon name, ranked #3064 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Kezia

Kezia is a girl name with Jewish, English, and Puritan origins . The name means "cassia tree, cinnamon" in Hebrew .

Kezia is currently ranked #3,064 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Kezia has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Kezia include Kez, Zia, and Kezi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Kezia include Keziah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.