Keith Gillum

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Gillum — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Gillum 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 Gillum: Surname Andrew Gillum (born 1979), American politician of the Democratic Party who served as the mayor of Tallahassee until 2018 Gerald Earl Gillum (born 1989), better known by his stage name G-Eazy, American rapper and record producer from Oakland, California Jazz Gillum (1902 or 1904–1966), American blues harmonica player Vern Gillum, American television director Gillum Baley (1813–1895), American pioneer and judge 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: Gillum

English

Surname Andrew Gillum (born 1979), American politician of the Democratic Party who served as the mayor of Tallahassee until 2018 Gerald Earl Gillum (born 1989), better known by his stage name G-Eazy, American rapper and record producer from Oakland, California Jazz Gillum (1902 or 1904–1966), American blues harmonica player Vern Gillum, American television director Gillum Baley (1813–1895), American pioneer and judge

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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 Gillum

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 Gillum:

1
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Gillum?
The surname Gillum originates from English. Surname Andrew Gillum (born 1979), American politician of the Democratic Party who served as the mayor of Tallahassee until 2018 Gerald Earl Gillum (born 1989), better known by his stage name G-Eazy, American rapper and record producer from Oakland, California Jazz Gillum (1902 or 1904–1966), American blues harmonica player Vern Gillum, American television director Gillum Baley (1813–1895), American pioneer and judge
What are the origins of the name Keith Gillum?
The name Keith Gillum combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Gillum originates from English.
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