"Then they told David, saying, Behold, the Philistines fight against Keilah, and they rob the threshingfloors."
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Keilah Meaning in the Bible
Keilah
girl
Keilah means "Fortress; Citadel", a girl's name of Hebrew origin. Keilah appears in the King James Bible, and 1 Samuel 23:1 is the passage most often tied to it. Keilah represents divine protection — like the city David defended, God shields those who take refuge in Him.
Is Keilah in the Bible?
Yes — Keilah appears in the King James Bible, including 1 Samuel 23:1.
Pronunciation:/kee-EYE-lah/
OriginHebrew
MeaningFortress; Citadel
What does Keilah mean?
Keilah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Fortress; Citadel". Keilah was a city in Judah that David rescued from the Philistines. The name means 'fortress' — echoing the biblical truth that God Himself is our fortress and stronghold, our refuge in times of trouble.
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What does Keilah mean in the Bible?
Keilah means "Fortress; Citadel" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Keilah was a city in Judah that David rescued from the Philistines. The name means 'fortress' — echoing the biblical truth that God Himself is our fortress and stronghold, our refuge in times of trouble.
Where does Keilah appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Keilah is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with 1 Samuel 23:1. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer."
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Which books of the Bible mention Keilah?
Keilah is mentioned across 3 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Keilah?
Keilah represents divine protection — like the city David defended, God shields those who take refuge in Him.
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Strength (עֹז (oz))
Mighty power, boldness, and refuge — the force that sustains and protects God's people.
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Keilah name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Keilah appears in the King James Bible, including 1 Samuel 23:1.
Keilah means "Fortress; Citadel." It is a Hebrew name. The King James Bible uses it in 1 Samuel 23:1, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew. Keilah comes into English from Hebrew and carries the sense "Fortress; Citadel." It appears in the King James Bible, including 1 Samuel 23:1.
Common questions about the name Keilah
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Keilah?
You can read every verse where Keilah appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.