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Heath vs Keith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Heath

Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#852
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Heath Rank #852
Keith Rank #758

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #852 for Heath.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heath or Keith more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Heath and Keith mean?

Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin). Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin).

Are Heath and Keith boy or girl names?

Heath is primarily a boy name. Keith is primarily a boy name.

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