Neil vs Keith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Scottish English American Australian

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Neil Rank #866

Keith Rank #758

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

Is Neil or Keith more popular?

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

What do Neil and Keith mean?

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

Are Neil and Keith boy or girl names?

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