Keith Ericson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Ericson — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Ericson 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 Ericson: Anders Ericsson (1947–2020), Swedish psychology professor and researcher, famous for his work on deliberate practice Aprille Ericsson (1963), American aerospace engineer Bo Ericson (athlete) (1919–1970), Swedish hammer thrower Devon Ericson, American actress Eric Ericson (1918–2013), Swedish conductor Eric Ericson (actor) (born 1974), Swedish actor George E. Ericson (1902–1980), American farmer and politician Georg Ericson (1919–2002), Swedish footballer and coach Gunnar Ericsson (1919–2013), Swedish businessman and politician Gunvor G. 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: Ericson

English

Anders Ericsson (1947–2020), Swedish psychology professor and researcher, famous for his work on deliberate practice Aprille Ericsson (1963), American aerospace engineer Bo Ericson (athlete) (1919–1970), Swedish hammer thrower Devon Ericson, American actress Eric Ericson (1918–2013), Swedish conductor Eric Ericson (actor) (born 1974), Swedish actor George E. Ericson (1902–1980), American farmer and politician Georg Ericson (1919–2002), Swedish footballer and coach Gunnar Ericsson (1919–2013), Swedish businessman and politician Gunvor G.

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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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Numerology

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

1
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Ericson?
The surname Ericson originates from English. Anders Ericsson (1947–2020), Swedish psychology professor and researcher, famous for his work on deliberate practice Aprille Ericsson (1963), American aerospace engineer Bo Ericson (athlete) (1919–1970), Swedish hammer thrower Devon Ericson, American actress Eric Ericson (1918–2013), Swedish conductor Eric Ericson (actor) (born 1974), Swedish actor George E. Ericson (1902–1980), American farmer and politician Georg Ericson (1919–2002), Swedish footballer and coach Gunnar Ericsson (1919–2013), Swedish businessman and politician Gunvor G.
What are the origins of the name Keith Ericson?
The name Keith Ericson combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Ericson originates from English.
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