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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wood, forest
- Origin
- Scottish (place name/surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KEETH
Keith is a boy's name of Scottish origin, taken from a place name and surname, and carries the meaning "wood" or "forest." It's pronounced KEETH (/ˈkiːθ/), and it has that vintage quality of a name that was once everywhere and has since receded. If you're drawn to names with a settled, established feel rather than something newly trendy, Keith fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Keith
Meaning: Wood, forest.
Origin: Scottish (place name/surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Keith
KEETHIPA /ˈkiːθ/
Popularity of Keith
Keith hit its high point in 1966, when it ranked #32 nationally with 11,614 babies given the name. By 2024 it had fallen to #756, with just 336 babies — a clear step back from its mid-century peak, based on Social Security data spanning 1888-2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Keith mean?
Wood, forest. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Keith?
Keith is pronounced KEETH (IPA: /ˈkiːθ/).
Is Keith a popular name right now?
Keith peaked at #32 in 1966 and is ranked #756 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1888–2024.)
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