Keola Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Keola is a Hawaiian name meaning 'the life' or 'the health'. It has evolved from its original Hawaiian roots and is associated with positive traits of vitality and health. The name does not have biblical relevance but has gained popularity in the Hawaiian community and among those who appreciate Hawaiian culture.
The name Keola is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Keola has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Keola' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3756th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4319th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6467th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8735th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28012th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Keola' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keola"
Pronunciation
/keɪˈoʊlə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Keola means 'the life' or 'the health' in Hawaiian, derived from the words 'ke' (the) and 'ola' (life or health).
Meaning
life, health
Language Evolution
Keola
Historical Usage
Keola gained popularity in the Hawaiian community and among people interested in Hawaiian culture and names, especially during the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Keo, Keolani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keola is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with vitality and connection to Hawaiian heritage.
Famous People
Keola Beamer, a renowned Hawaiian musician and slack-key guitarist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keola"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Keola"
"Keola" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3756th of 10718 | 121 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4319th of 16616 | 180 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6467th of 24088 | 178 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8735th of 23106 | 96 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28012th of 35406 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Keola" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
26.51% 1072nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
22.00% 1390th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
29.09% 2171st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
62.16% 3901st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Keola" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keola"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keola" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.