Keith vs Neil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Keith Rank #758

Neil Rank #866

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Keith or Neil more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Keith and Neil mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin).

Are Keith and Neil boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Neil is primarily a boy name.