Keith Crum

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Crum — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Crum 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 Crum: Alexander Crum (1828–1893), Scottish printer and politician Alison Crum (born 1949), English viol player Bartley Crum (1900–1959), American lawyer Brian Justin Crum (born 1988), American singer Denny Crum (1937–2023), American basketball coach Dick Crum (1928–2005), American folk dancer and teacher Dick Crum (American football) (born 1934), former American football player and coach Dustin Crum (born 1999), American football player Eugene Crum (1953–2013), American sheriff Frank Crum (born 2000), American football player George Crum (born George Speck; ca. 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: Crum

Scottish

Alexander Crum (1828–1893), Scottish printer and politician Alison Crum (born 1949), English viol player Bartley Crum (1900–1959), American lawyer Brian Justin Crum (born 1988), American singer Denny Crum (1937–2023), American basketball coach Dick Crum (1928–2005), American folk dancer and teacher Dick Crum (American football) (born 1934), former American football player and coach Dustin Crum (born 1999), American football player Eugene Crum (1953–2013), American sheriff Frank Crum (born 2000), American football player George Crum (born George Speck; ca.

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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 Crum

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 Crum:

9
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Crum?
The surname Crum originates from Scottish. Alexander Crum (1828–1893), Scottish printer and politician Alison Crum (born 1949), English viol player Bartley Crum (1900–1959), American lawyer Brian Justin Crum (born 1988), American singer Denny Crum (1937–2023), American basketball coach Dick Crum (1928–2005), American folk dancer and teacher Dick Crum (American football) (born 1934), former American football player and coach Dustin Crum (born 1999), American football player Eugene Crum (1953–2013), American sheriff Frank Crum (born 2000), American football player George Crum (born George Speck; ca.
What are the origins of the name Keith Crum?
The name Keith Crum combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Crum originates from Scottish.
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