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Name
Keela
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
2

The first name Keela is a Finnish variant of Gela, which in turn is a form of the name Angela. Angela has its roots in the Greek word Angelos. In translation, the name is interpreted as 'the messenger' or religiously as 'the angel'.

What does the name Keela mean?

Keela is a girl's name that is considered a Finnish form of Gela, a derivative of the name Angela, which has its origin in the Greek Angelos. The name is interpreted as 'the messenger' or, in a religious context, as 'the angel'. Its roots can be found in the Ancient Greek term ángelos (ἄγγελος), meaning 'the angel', 'the messenger', or 'the messenger of God', as well as in the Latin word angelus for 'the angel'. Additionally, the name could also derive from the Old Irish 'cadhla', meaning 'the beautiful'.

How do you pronounce Keela?

Keela is pronounced like 'Kila'.

Popularity

In Germany, Keela is among the less common first names. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th among the most popular names for girls. Its best placement was in 2013, when it reached 2,584th place. Over the past ten years, Keela has been chosen as a first name fewer than 10 times, resulting in an 8,310th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it holds the 7,235th place.

Nicknames & pet names

Kepa

Famous people

  • Keela (mother of Ruby in 'Ruby Fairygale')

Frequently asked questions about the name Keela

What does the name Keela mean?

Keela is a girl's name that is considered a Finnish form of Gela and a derivative of the name Angela. It is interpreted as 'the messenger' and has roots in the Ancient Greek term ángelos, meaning 'the angel' or 'the messenger'.

Where does the name Keela come from?

The name Keela has Ancient Greek roots and is used in Finnish and Irish linguistic areas. It is associated with the terms for angel and messenger.

How popular is the name Keela?

The popularity of the name Keela can vary, but it is quite well-known in some regions, particularly in Finland and Ireland. In Germany, the name is less common.

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