Kyiah is of Hebrew origin, meaning "like to Yah." It's a unique and modern choice for a girl's name, often favored by parents seeking something distinctive yet still recognizable. In the English-speaking world, Kyiah tends to be more popular in countries like the United States and Australia. It has gained traction as an alternative spelling to traditional names like Kayla or Kya. The name Kyiah typically has two syllables, pronounced "KEE-ah.
"The name Kyiah has seen varying popularity over the past two and a half decades, with peaks in recent years; notably, it was given to 27 babies both in 2015 and 2016."