Keith
Keith is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Wood, forest, or place of trees.
Origin and history
Keith originated as a Scottish surname derived from a place name, historically meaning 'wood' or 'forest'. Although predominantly used for males, it has recorded rare historical usage for females in the United States. It has seen virtually no female usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,216 babies in the United States have been named Keith since 1880. It ranks #3736 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (31.1 %)
- CA (19.7 %)
- TX (11 %)
- IL (8.7 %)
- PA (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 31 |
| 1920-1930 | 115 |
| 1930-1940 | 94 |
| 1940-1950 | 123 |
| 1950-1960 | 311 |
| 1960-1970 | 535 |
| 1970-1980 | 470 |
| 1980-1990 | 399 |
| 1990-2000 | 94 |
| 2000-2010 | 39 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name originally derives from the lands of Keith in East Lothian, Scotland.
- Although primarily a masculine name, over 2,000 females in the U.S. have been named Keith since 1880.