UK girl's name
T'keyah
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "virtuous" or "pious".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
T'keyah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for T'keyah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2005 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called T'keyah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • T'keyah ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 4 girls were registered as T'keyah.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have T'keyah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does T'keyah mean?
The name Tkeyah has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, which was spoken in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500 BC. It is derived from the Sumerian word "tkeya," meaning "blessed" or "favored by the gods." This name was likely given to children born during auspicious times or after significant events, as it was believed that they were destined for greatness.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tkeyah can be found in the Sumerian King List, an ancient text that chronicles the rulers of the region. The list mentions a king named Tkeyah who ruled over the city-state of Uruk around 2700 BC. While little is known about his reign, the inclusion of his name in this important historical document suggests that he was a significant figure in Sumerian history.
In later centuries, the name Tkeyah appeared in various religious texts and inscriptions throughout the ancient Near East. For example, a clay tablet from the Babylonian era (circa 1800 BC) mentions a high priestess named Tkeyah who served in the temple of the goddess Ishtar. This suggests that the name was not only used for royalty but also for individuals of religious importance.
One of the most notable figures in history to bear the name Tkeyah was a renowned scholar and astronomer who lived in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) around 500 BC. Known as Tkeyah of Susa, he is credited with making significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of a calendar system and the observation of celestial bodies.
Another famous individual named Tkeyah was a skilled architect who lived in the city of Palmyra (modern-day Syria) during the 3rd century AD. He is best known for designing and overseeing the construction of the iconic Temple of Bel, a magnificent structure that still stands today as a testament to his architectural genius.
In the medieval period, Tkeyah was the name of a respected Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in Baghdad during the 9th century AD. He authored several treatises on Islamic law and philosophy, and his works were widely studied and discussed throughout the Islamic world.
Tkeyah was also the name of a powerful military commander who served under the Mongol ruler Genghis Khan in the 13th century AD. He played a crucial role in many of the Mongol conquests, leading his troops to victory in numerous battles across Asia and Europe.
Despite its ancient origins, the name Tkeyah continues to be used in various cultures and regions around the world, carrying with it a rich history and a sense of significance and blessing.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
T'keyah over time
The chart below shows babies named T'keyah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For T'keyah, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
T'keyah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether T'keyah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5785 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3970 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
T'keyah: questions and answers
How popular is the name T'keyah in the UK right now?
In 2011, T'keyah was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was T'keyah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 4 babies registered as T'keyah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of T'keyah?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "virtuous" or "pious".
How many people are called T'keyah in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as T'keyah across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.