Melvin vs Keith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Melvin

Boy #876 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"council friend"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

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Melvin Rank #876

Keith Rank #758

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

Is Melvin or Keith more popular?

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

What do Melvin and Keith mean?

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

Are Melvin and Keith boy or girl names?

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