Keith vs Melvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Keith Rank #758

Melvin Rank #876

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #876 for Melvin.

Is Keith or Melvin more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Melvin at #876 in the United States.

What do Keith and Melvin mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Melvin means "council friend" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Keith and Melvin boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Melvin is primarily a boy name.