Keith vs Lionel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #561 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"young lion"

Origin: Latin

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Keith Rank #758

Lionel Rank #561

Lionel is more popular, ranked #561 vs #758 for Keith.

Is Keith or Lionel more popular?

Lionel is more popular, ranked #561 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Lionel mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Lionel means "young lion" (Latin origin).

Are Keith and Lionel boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Lionel is primarily a boy name.