Grainne Keith

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Grainne Keith — grain goddess
150K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Grainne Keith is a name combining Celtic origins, bringing together "grain goddess" (Grainne) with "wood, forest" (Keith). The first name Grainne is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Gráinne, meaning 'grain goddess' or possibly from grá (love). Gráinne Ní Mháille (Grace O'Malley) was the legendary Irish pirate queen. The surname Keith: The surname Keith has several origins. In some cases it is derived from Keith in East Lothian, Scotland. In other cases the surname is originated from a nickname, derived from the Middle High German kīt, a word meaning "sprout", "offspring", which has roots in Samskrutham aka Sanskrit, which means field or farm. List of persons with the surname Aaron Keith (born 1971), American para-cyclist Andreas Keith (born 1967), German politician Arthur Berriedale Keith (1879–1944), Scottish constitutional lawyer and Sanskrit scholar Alan Keith (1908–2003), British radio presenter R. Grainne is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 150K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Grainne reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Grainne

Meaning: grain goddess

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Gráinne, meaning 'grain goddess' or possibly from grá (love). Gráinne Ní Mháille (Grace O'Malley) was the legendary Irish pirate queen.

Surname: Keith

Meaning: wood, forest

Germanic

The surname Keith has several origins. In some cases it is derived from Keith in East Lothian, Scotland. In other cases the surname is originated from a nickname, derived from the Middle High German kīt, a word meaning "sprout", "offspring", which has roots in Samskrutham aka Sanskrit, which means field or farm. List of persons with the surname Aaron Keith (born 1971), American para-cyclist Andreas Keith (born 1967), German politician Arthur Berriedale Keith (1879–1944), Scottish constitutional lawyer and Sanskrit scholar Alan Keith (1908–2003), British radio presenter R.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Grainne is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 86%
United Kingdom 14%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Grainne by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Grainne Keith:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Grainne?
The first name Grainne originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Gráinne, meaning 'grain goddess' or possibly from grá (love). Gráinne Ní Mháille (Grace O'Malley) was the legendary Irish pirate queen.
When was Grainne most popular?
The name Grainne reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Keith?
The surname Keith originates from Germanic. The surname Keith has several origins. In some cases it is derived from Keith in East Lothian, Scotland. In other cases the surname is originated from a nickname, derived from the Middle High German kīt, a word meaning "sprout", "offspring", which has roots in Samskrutham aka Sanskrit, which means field or farm. List of persons with the surname Aaron Keith (born 1971), American para-cyclist Andreas Keith (born 1967), German politician Arthur Berriedale Keith (1879–1944), Scottish constitutional lawyer and Sanskrit scholar Alan Keith (1908–2003), British radio presenter R.
What are the origins of the name Grainne Keith?
The name Grainne Keith combines two different traditions: the first name Grainne has Celtic roots, while the surname Keith originates from Germanic.
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