Keith
Meaning of Keith
Keith is a popular male name with American and British English pronunciations (/kiθ/). It also has a variation, Keeth. In the United States of America, Keith has been consistently used as a baby name for boys over the years. In recent times, it has maintained a moderate level of popularity, ranking around 500-700 in terms of occurrences. However, it had its peak in the 1960s and 1970s when it was more commonly chosen for newborn boys. Overall, Keith is a classic name that has stood the test of time and continues to be a favored choice for parents looking for a strong and timeless name for their son.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as keeth (/kiˌθ/)
American English
- Pronunced as keeth (/kiθ/)
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Notable People Named Keith
| Keith Ross Miller, an Australian Test cricketer and Royal Australian Air Force pilot in World War II, is celebrated as Australia's greatest all-rounder, known for his talent, charismatic personality, and nickname "Nugget." |
| Keith Richards is an English musician and songwriter, known for his role as a guitarist and songwriter in the Rolling Stones, with a career spanning over six decades. |
| Keith John Moon was an influential English musician and drummer for the rock band the Who, known for his distinctive playing style and eccentric, self-destructive behavior. |
| Keith Lionel Urban is a Grammy-winning Australian-American country music singer, guitarist, and songwriter known for his chart-topping hits and numerous awards. |
| Keith Jarrett is an influential American pianist and composer known for his improvisational skills in jazz, jazz fusion, and classical music. |
| Keith Hernandez is a former Major League Baseball first baseman known for his career with the St. Louis Cardinals and New York Mets, where he won two World Series titles and has been a color commentator on the Mets television broadcasts since 1998. |
| Howard Keith Henson is an American electrical engineer, writer, and co-founder of the L5 Society, which later merged to form the National Space Society. |
| Keith Green was a pioneering American pianist, singer, and songwriter in contemporary Christian music, known for songs like "There Is a Redeemer" and "Oh Lord You're Beautiful." |
| Jackie Keith Whitley was a renowned American country music singer and songwriter, known for charting numerous singles on the Billboard country charts. |
| Keith David Williams is an American actor recognized for his commanding voice and extensive work in over 300 roles across various entertainment platforms. |
| Keith Ian Carradine is a versatile American actor known for his roles in film, television, and stage, including notable performances in Nashville, Deadwood, and Madam Secretary. |
| Keith Jardine is a retired mixed martial artist and actor, known for his career in the UFC and Strikeforce. |
| Keith Charles Flint was an English singer and the lead vocalist of the electronic dance act The Prodigy, known for their UK number-one singles "Firestarter" and "Breathe". |
| Keith Ferris is a renowned aviation artist known for his transformative work in aircraft camouflage and is often referred to as the “Dean of American Aviation Art”. |
| Keith Duffy - Keith Peter Thomas Francis Julian John Duffy is an Irish singer, actor, and presenter who gained fame as a member of the boy band Boyzone before pursuing acting and television presenting roles. |
