Keith vs Darren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #955 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"oak grove, great"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Keith Rank #758

Darren Rank #955

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #955 for Darren.

Is Keith or Darren more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Darren at #955 in the United States.

What do Keith and Darren mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Darren means "oak grove, great" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Keith and Darren boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Darren is primarily a boy name.