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Harry vs Keith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Keith Rank #758

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Keith more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Keith mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Harry and Keith boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Keith is primarily a boy name.

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