Keith vs Langston

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
Nicknames
Kei, Key, Keie

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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Langston Rank #912

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #912 for Langston.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keith ___

  • Keith Allen
  • Keith Wayne
  • Keith Michael
  • Keith Alan
  • Keith Douglas
  • Keith Gordon

Langston ___

  • Langston James
  • Langston Lee
  • Langston Cole
  • Langston Reid
  • Langston Miles
  • Langston Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Keith

Brian Gary Linda Patricia Dennis

If you choose Langston

Zora Harlem Ella Miles Ida

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Langston more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Langston at #912 in the United States.

What do Keith and Langston mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Langston means "long stone settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Keith and Langston boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Langston is primarily a boy name.

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