The baby name Kizah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KIZ-ah (KIH-zə) or KEE-zah (KEE-zə); IPA: /ˈkɪzə/ or /ˈkiːzə/.
The baby name Kizah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KIZ-ah (KIH-zə) or KEE-zah (KEE-zə); IPA: /ˈkɪzə/ or /ˈkiːzə/.
Kizah is in Origin.
Kizah is a modern respelling of the Biblical name Keziah, from Hebrew Qətsī‘āh (קְצִיעָה), meaning “cassia,” the fragrant spice related to cinnamon; by extension it evokes sweetness and pleasant aroma. The streamlined z + -ah ending places it comfortably among contemporary, vowel-rich girl names while preserving ancient roots.
Appearing in the Book of Job as one of Job’s daughters, Keziah entered English use via the Puritans in the 17th century and persisted in colonial America. Pet forms like Kizzy and Kezzie arose, with Kizzy later popularized by Alex Haley’s Roots. Kizah fits within this family as a distinctive, minimalist variant. Related forms and spellings include Keziah, Kezia, Qetsiyah, Kesia, Kiza, and the cognate Cassia. Rare yet familiar-sounding, Kizah offers a heritage-rich choice with a warm, spiced meaning.
Kizah is a genuine rarity. In all, it appears just 3 times, across 3 countries.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LB | 0 | #690 | 1 | 13,263 | |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,072 | 1 | 24,821 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,691 | 1 | 28,008 |
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