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Keith vs Eddie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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Eddie

Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#943
Total SSA Count
243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Eddie Rank #943

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #943 for Eddie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Eddie more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Eddie at #943 in the United States.

What do Keith and Eddie mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin).

Are Keith and Eddie boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Eddie is primarily a boy name.

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