Declining since 2010, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Keithan since 1965
Babies named Keithan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 76 |
| 1980s | 99 |
| 1990s | 126 |
| 2000s | 226 |
| 2010s | 195 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Keithan is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1965. It reached its peak popularity in 2009, but as of 2025 it ranks 6,803rd, with an estimated 1 in 142,340 newborn boys receiving the name. Its trajectory has been falling since 2010, reflecting a decline after a modest peak. The name seems to be a blend of Keith and the popular suffix -an, fitting a pattern of modern coinages that combine familiar sounds. While it has never been recorded in any top states, its rarity appeals to parents seeking a distinctive choice with a familiar ring.
Keithan appears to be a modern invented name, blending the traditional Scottish surname and given name Keith (itself from a Scottish place name meaning 'wood' or 'forest') with the popular suffix -an, seen in names like Ethan and Nathan. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1965 and has remained a rare choice. Its peak popularity came in 2009, though it has never broken into widespread use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Keith, Kei
Variants: Keethan
Sibling names for Keithan
Names that share Keithan's style, for a brother or sister.
