"And he called the name of the first, Jemima; and the name of the second, Keziah; and the name of the third, Kerenhappuch."
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Keziah Meaning in the Bible
Keziah
girl
Keziah means "Cassia tree; Cinnamon-like bark", a girl's name of Hebrew origin. Keziah appears in the King James Bible, and Job 42:14 is the passage most often tied to it. Keziah represents restoration beauty — after suffering's deepest valley, God gives blessings more beautiful than anything lost.
Is Keziah in the Bible?
Yes — Keziah (spelled Kezia in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible, including Job 42:14.
Pronunciation:/keh-ZY-uh/
OriginHebrew
MeaningCassia tree; Cinnamon-like bark
What does Keziah mean?
Keziah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Cassia tree; Cinnamon-like bark". Keziah was one of Job's three daughters born after his restoration — among the most beautiful women in the land. Uniquely, Job gave his daughters an inheritance alongside their brothers.
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What does Keziah mean in the Bible?
Keziah means "Cassia tree; Cinnamon-like bark" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Keziah appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Keziah is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Job 42:14. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"And in all the land were no women found so fair as the daughters of Job: and their father gave them inheritance among their brethren."
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What are the variants and nicknames of Keziah?
Keziah has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Keziah?
Keziah is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Keziah?
Keziah represents restoration beauty — after suffering's deepest valley, God gives blessings more beautiful than anything lost.
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Beauty/Glory (תִּפְאָרָה (Tipharah))
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תִּפְאָרָה (Tipharah) • Beauty, glory, and splendor — the majestic adornment of God and His works.
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Word Meaning
Tree (עֵץ (etz))
A living, rooted growth — symbolizing life, fruitfulness, wisdom, and the cross.
Strong's
Strong's H6086 — Tree
עֵץ (etz) • A living, rooted growth — symbolizing life, fruitfulness, wisdom, and the cross.
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Keziah name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Keziah
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Keziah?
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