Kasiyah
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "covered" or "modest".
Name Census estimates that about 194 living Americans carry the first name Kasiyah. It is a predominantly female name (95.9% of registrations). The average person named Kasiyah today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kasiyah births was 2024 (15 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kasiyah. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
194
~ 1 in 1,766,775 Americans
Peak year
2024
15 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,397
Tracked since 2005
Gender
Gender distribution for Kasiyah
Kasiyah leans heavily female at 95.9% of total registrations, but 8 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Kasiyah as a male name
- Ranked #9,397 in 2024
- 8 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (8 births)
Kasiyah as a female name
- Ranked #12,739 in 2024
- 7 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2006 (13 births)
Popularity
Kasiyah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kasiyah from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 88 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kasiyah remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kasiyah by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kasiyah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kasiyah
The name Kasiyah has its origins in Arabic culture and language. It is derived from the Arabic word "qasiya," which means "strong-willed" or "determined." This name is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, as it reflects the virtues of strength and resilience that were highly valued in Arabic societies.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Kasiyah can be found in ancient Arabic literature and poetry. It was a popular name among Arab women, particularly those who displayed qualities of unwavering determination and fortitude. In some historical accounts, Kasiyah is described as a woman of great courage and conviction, who stood firm in her beliefs and principles.
Throughout the centuries, several notable figures have borne the name Kasiyah. One such individual was Kasiyah bint Merwān al-Ḥimyarī, a renowned poet who lived during the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula. Her poetry was widely acclaimed for its depth and eloquence, and she was revered as a symbol of female empowerment and literary excellence.
Another prominent figure named Kasiyah was Kasiyah al-Baghdadiyah, a renowned scholar and physician who lived in the 9th century CE. She made significant contributions to the field of medicine and is remembered for her expertise in treating various ailments. Her works and teachings were influential in shaping the medical practices of her time.
In the 12th century CE, Kasiyah bint Saʻd al-Khair was a prominent Sufi mystic and spiritual teacher. She is renowned for her profound insights into the spiritual realm and her unwavering devotion to the pursuit of divine knowledge. Her teachings and writings continue to inspire and guide many seekers of spiritual enlightenment.
During the 14th century, Kasiyah al-Dimashqiyah was a celebrated calligrapher and artist hailing from Damascus. Her exquisite calligraphic works adorned numerous mosques and Islamic manuscripts, earning her widespread acclaim and recognition for her artistic talents.
In more recent times, Kasiyah Abu Bakr was a pioneering Somali educator and activist who dedicated her life to promoting education and empowering women in her community. Born in the late 19th century, she played a pivotal role in establishing schools and advocating for equal educational opportunities for girls in Somalia.
The name Kasiyah has endured through the ages, carrying with it a rich historical significance and a legacy of strength, determination, and excellence. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the essence of resilience and unwavering spirit, qualities that have been celebrated across cultures and generations.
People
Kasiyah + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kasiyah as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kasiyah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kasiyah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 194 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kasiyah going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,766,775 US residents.
Is Kasiyah a common name?
We classify Kasiyah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 196 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kasiyah most popular?
The single biggest year for Kasiyah was 2024, when 15 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kasiyah is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kasiyah in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kasiyah a female name?
Yes, 95.9% of people registered as Kasiyah in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kasiyah still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kasiyah in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kasiyah can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Kasiyah?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.