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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The life (or 'the healthy one')
- Origin
- Hawaiian
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- kay-OH-lah
Keola is a Hawaiian name, pronounced kay-OH-lah, that means "the life" or "the healthy one." It has a soft, flowing sound with three clear syllables, and a meaning that speaks to vitality and wellbeing. If you're drawn to names with Hawaiian roots and a hopeful meaning, Keola is worth saying out loud a few times to see how it feels.
Meaning & Origin of Keola
Meaning: The life (or 'the healthy one').
Origin: Hawaiian.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Keola
kay-OH-lahIPA /keɪˈoʊlə/
Popularity of Keola
Keola has never been a common name in the U.S. Between 1973 and 2024, it peaked at #2020 in 1981 with 27 babies, and by 2024 it had slipped to #7030 with 12 babies. That makes it a rare pick, so your child is unlikely to meet many other Keolas.
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FAQ
What does the name Keola mean?
The life (or ‘the healthy one’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Keola?
Keola is pronounced kay-OH-lah (IPA: /keɪˈoʊlə/).
Is Keola a popular name right now?
Keola peaked at #2020 in 1981 and is ranked #7030 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1973–2024.)
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