Keith vs Noah

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #758 for Keith.

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

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Keith

Brian Gary Linda Patricia Dennis

If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Noah mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Keith and Noah boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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