Kitzia
A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 433 living Americans carry the first name Kitzia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kitzia today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kitzia births was 2006 (27 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kitzia. 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
433
~ 1 in 791,580 Americans
Peak year
2006
27 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,628
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Kitzia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kitzia from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 177 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Kitzia remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kitzia 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 Kitzia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kitzias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. California, Texas, Arizona recorded the most babies named Kitzia, while Arizona, Texas, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 42 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kitzia
The given name Kitzia is believed to have its origins in the ancient Germanic language, dating back to the 5th century AD. It is thought to be derived from the Old High German word "kitz," which means "kid" or "young goat." This suggests that the name may have originally been a nickname or a descriptive term used to refer to someone who was considered playful, lively, or energetic like a young goat.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kitzia can be found in the Codex Argenteus, a 6th-century manuscript containing fragments of a Gothic translation of the Bible. In this text, the name appears as "Kitzia," which is believed to be a feminine form of the masculine name "Kitz." However, it is important to note that the name's usage and popularity during this period remain somewhat unclear.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Kitzia seems to have been relatively uncommon, with few historical references or notable figures bearing this name. However, in the 16th century, a woman named Kitzia von Mecklenburg (1516-1582) gained prominence as a noblewoman and landowner in the region of Mecklenburg, Germany.
Another notable figure with the name Kitzia was a German artist and sculptor, Kitzia Schmitt (1904-1976), who was known for her intricate woodcarvings and sculptures depicting scenes from daily life. Her works were widely acclaimed and can be found in several museums and private collections across Germany.
In the 20th century, a Brazilian singer and composer, Kitzia de Souza (1928-2001), made a name for herself in the world of Brazilian popular music. Her songs, which often explored themes of love, heartbreak, and the struggles of everyday life, resonated with audiences across the country and beyond.
Additionally, Kitzia Kassabian (1934-2021) was a renowned Armenian-American artist and painter, known for her vibrant and expressive works that drew inspiration from her cultural heritage and personal experiences. Her paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, and she is widely recognized as a significant figure in the Armenian-American artistic community.
While the name Kitzia has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has been borne by a diverse range of individuals from various backgrounds and professions. Despite its ancient Germanic roots, the name has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, making its mark in various corners of the world.
People
Kitzia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kitzia 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
Kitzia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kitzia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 433 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kitzia 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 791,580 US residents.
Is Kitzia a common name?
We classify Kitzia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 438 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kitzia most popular?
The single biggest year for Kitzia was 2006, when 27 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kitzia is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kitzia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kitzia 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.
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.