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Byron vs Keith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Byron

Boy #884 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the cattle sheds, one from the byres"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#884
Total SSA Count
272
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Byron Rank #884
Keith Rank #758

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #884 for Byron.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Byron or Keith more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Byron at #884 in the United States.

What do Byron and Keith mean?

Byron means "at the cattle sheds, one from the byres" (Old English origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Byron and Keith boy or girl names?

Byron is primarily a boy name. Keith is primarily a boy name.

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