Keith vs Leroy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #864 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French

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Keith Rank #758

Leroy Rank #864

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #864 for Leroy.

Is Keith or Leroy more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Leroy at #864 in the United States.

What do Keith and Leroy mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin).

Are Keith and Leroy boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Leroy is primarily a boy name.