Keala
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: Bright-headed, war, strife
Origin: Irish Gaelic
Popularity: Ranked #9161 in 2025 with 11 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Kelly. Shares the meaning 'Bright-headed, war, strife.'
Similar names: kealey, kealii, kemal, kal, kalee, kaley, kalie, kalla
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Keala? About 1 in 195,794 babies born in 2025 were named Keala, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Keala
What does the name Keala mean?
Keala means “Bright-headed, war, strife” from Irish Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Keala?
Keala has Irish Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright-headed, war, strife”.
How popular is Keala?
Keala ranked #8860 in 2025 — given to 11 babies that year.
When was Keala most popular?
Keala peaked in 2005 with 50 babies registered that year.
Is Keala a boy or girl name?
Keala is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Kealas in registered births are female.
Is the name Keala rising or falling in popularity?
Keala has risen 1480 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10340 in 2020 to #8860 in 2025.
How long has Keala been recorded?
Keala appears in birth records across 57 years — from 1969 through 2025.