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Keith vs Grey

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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Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Grey Rank #878

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #878 for Grey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Grey more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Keith and Grey mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin).

Are Keith and Grey boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Grey is primarily a boy name.

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