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Keith vs Otis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Otis

Boy #733 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealth, fortune"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#733
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Otis Rank #733

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #758 for Keith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Otis more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Otis mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin).

Are Keith and Otis boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Otis is primarily a boy name.

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