Keith vs Jimmy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jimmy

Boy #860 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew via James/Jacob

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#860
Total SSA Count
282
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Jimmy Rank #860

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #860 for Jimmy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Jimmy more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Jimmy at #860 in the United States.

What do Keith and Jimmy mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Jimmy means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew via James/Jacob origin).

Are Keith and Jimmy boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Jimmy is primarily a boy name.

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