Girl Name · English Origin
Keila
Keila is a girl baby name of English origin, meaning "Pure hearted". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Keila often also consider Keyla.
Keila meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pure hearted
Origin: English naming roots help connect Keila to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Keila as K·E·I·L·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Keila is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Keila variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Keilaa, Keilae, Keilay, Keil.
- Nicknames: Kei and K.
- Middle names: Pair Keila with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Keila middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Keyla, Kaela, Kayla, Kaila, Kyla — full picks on the sibling names for Keila guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Keila? Browse our names like Keila guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Keila
What does the name Keila mean?
Keila means "Pure hearted" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Keila?
Keila originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Keila?
Keila has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Keila a boy's or girl's name?
Keila is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Keila in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Keila sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Keila?
Names that share Keila's sound and style include Keyla, Kaela, Kayla, Kaila, Kyla.
What middle names pair well with Keila?
Good middle-name fits for Keila pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Keila is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Keila is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Keila?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Keila share its rhythm without rhyming — Keyla, Kaela, Kayla all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.