Keith vs Jakai

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

Jakai

Boy #649 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God has established (via Jachai root)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#649
Total SSA Count
426
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Jakai Rank #649

Jakai is more popular, ranked #649 vs #758 for Keith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Jakai more popular?

Jakai is more popular, ranked #649 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Jakai mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Jakai means "God has established (via Jachai root)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Keith and Jakai boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Jakai is primarily a boy name.

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