Holding steady.
Popularity of Kieth since 1915
Babies named Kieth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 33 |
| 1920s | 154 |
| 1930s | 188 |
| 1940s | 242 |
| 1950s | 435 |
| 1960s | 652 |
| 1970s | 557 |
| 1980s | 320 |
| 1990s | 188 |
| 2000s | 61 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kieth is a variant spelling of Keith, a name that traces back to a Scottish barony. While the standard form Keith has enjoyed broader popularity, Kieth remains a rare alternative. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1915, reaching its modest peak in 1964, which indicates mid-20th century usage. The trajectory has been stable over recent decades, with no significant revival. Kieth has not ranked in the top 1000 for any year, and its one-in-N rate is not available due to low frequency. Top states are not recorded for this spelling variant. As an anglicized place name with a clear Scottish heritage, Kieth offers an unconventional twist on a classic surname-turned-first-name.
Kieth is a modern spelling variant of Keith, a name that originates from a Scottish place name (barony in East Lothian). The place name likely derives from the Gaelic 'ceite' meaning 'wood' or 'forest'. The name Keith has been used as a given name since the 19th century, particularly in Scotland and among Scottish diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Keith
Sibling names for Kieth
Names that share Kieth's style, for a brother or sister.
