Find out how popular the first name Kaiza has been for the last 25 years (from 2000 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kaiza by gender

Based on the last 25 years of data, Kaiza is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 65% of people named Kaiza being male.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 11 male babies and 6 female babies born with the name Kaiza.

The history of the first name Kaiza

The name Kaiza is believed to have originated from the ancient Sumerian language, one of the earliest known written languages in the world, dating back to around 3500 BCE. It is thought to be derived from the Sumerian words "ka," meaning "mouth" or "voice," and "iza," meaning "to raise" or "to lift up." This suggests that the name Kaiza may have originally been associated with concepts such as eloquence, oratory skills, or the ability to uplift or inspire others through speech.

Historically, the name Kaiza has been linked to various regions of Mesopotamia, including modern-day Iraq, where the Sumerian civilization flourished. While no definitive records have been found, some scholars speculate that the name may have been used by prominent figures or influential orators in ancient Sumerian society.

One of the earliest known references to the name Kaiza can be found in a cuneiform tablet from the ancient city of Ur, dated to around 2500 BCE. This tablet contains a list of names, including "Kaiza," though little is known about the individual bearing this name.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Kaiza. One such figure was Kaiza al-Basri, a renowned Islamic scholar and philosopher who lived in the 8th century CE in Basra, present-day Iraq. He was known for his contributions to the fields of theology, ethics, and jurisprudence.

Another notable bearer of the name was Kaiza ibn Yahya al-Barmaki, a prominent member of the Barmakid family, which served as influential viziers (ministers) during the Abbasid Caliphate in the 8th and 9th centuries CE. He was renowned for his wisdom, diplomacy, and patronage of arts and sciences.

In the 12th century, Kaiza al-Andalusi was a renowned Andalusian poet and philosopher from Córdoba, Spain. His works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and he was celebrated for his mastery of language and poetic expression.

During the Renaissance period, Kaiza Veronese was an Italian painter and architect from Verona, born in 1528. He is best known for his frescoes and architectural works, including the design of several churches and palaces in Verona and Venice.

More recently, in the 20th century, Kaiza Nakazawa was a Japanese writer and activist born in 1939. He is best known for his semi-autobiographical manga series "Barefoot Gen," which depicted the horrific aftermath of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, where he was a survivor.

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