Keith

Meaning of Keith

From the battle place or woods.

Keith has Scottish roots — browse every Scottish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Keith

Keith has cooled off, slipping to #801 in 2025, down from a peak of #222 in 2000.

Notable people named Keith

• Keith Richards
  Rolling Stones guitarist
• Keith Urban
  Country music singer
• Keith Haring
  Pop artist and activist
• Keith Hernandez
  Baseball player and announcer
• Keith David
  Actor and voice actor

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Questions about the name Keith

What does the name Keith mean?

Keith means from the battle place or woods, and it comes from Scottish origins.

Is Keith a boy's or a girl's name?

Keith is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Keith?

In 2025, Keith ranked #801 for boys, down from #756 the year before.

When was Keith most popular?

Keith peaked at #222 in 2000.