Keith Belisle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Belisle — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Belisle is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Keith is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Keith is a masculine given name of Gaelic origin. It means "wood" or "from the battleground" and shares the same derivation as Clan Keith. The surname derives from a toponym, Keith Marischal in East Lothian, possibly containing the Brittonic element *cet "woods, forest." Keith was the 298th most common name given to newborn boys in the United States in 2007. The surname Belisle: Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon. Keith is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 462K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Keith reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Keith

Meaning: wood, forest

Celtic

Keith is a masculine given name of Gaelic origin. It means "wood" or "from the battleground" and shares the same derivation as Clan Keith. The surname derives from a toponym, Keith Marischal in East Lothian, possibly containing the Brittonic element *cet "woods, forest." Keith was the 298th most common name given to newborn boys in the United States in 2007.

Surname: Belisle

English

Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Keith Belisle

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Keith?
The first name Keith originates from Celtic. Keith is a masculine given name of Gaelic origin. It means "wood" or "from the battleground" and shares the same derivation as Clan Keith. The surname derives from a toponym, Keith Marischal in East Lothian, possibly containing the Brittonic element *cet "woods, forest." Keith was the 298th most common name given to newborn boys in the United States in 2007.
When was Keith most popular?
The name Keith reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Belisle?
The surname Belisle originates from English. Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.
What are the origins of the name Keith Belisle?
The name Keith Belisle combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Belisle originates from English.
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