Keith vs Allen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Keith Rank #758

Allen Rank #574

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

Is Keith or Allen more popular?

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

What do Keith and Allen mean?

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

Are Keith and Allen boy or girl names?

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