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At a Glance: Name: Keturah – Meaning: incense, fragrance – Origin: Hebrew (Biblical: Abraham's second wife) – Gender: primarily used for girls
Keturah is a Hebrew name meaning "incense" or "fragrance." In the Bible, Keturah is Abraham's second wife, which gives the name deep, ancient roots. It's a distinctive choice that most people will need to hear only once to remember.
Meaning & Origin of Keturah
Meaning: Incense, fragrance.
Origin: Hebrew (Biblical: Abraham's second wife).
Source: Wiktionary.
Popularity of Keturah
Keturah peaked in 1982, when it ranked #1339 in the U.S. with 93 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3460, with 45 babies, so it remains uncommon and your child is unlikely to share it with classmates.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1890–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Keturah mean?
Incense, fragrance. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Keturah)
Is Keturah a popular name right now?
Keturah peaked at #1339 in 1982 and is ranked #3460 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1890–2024.)
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