Allen vs Keith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Scottish English American Australian

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Allen Rank #574

Keith Rank #758

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 vs #758 for Keith.

Is Allen or Keith more popular?

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Allen and Keith mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Allen and Keith boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Keith is primarily a boy name.