Keith Kettler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Kettler — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Kettler 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 Kettler: Donald Joseph Kettler (born 1944) Catholic Bishop of St Cloud. Ferdinand Kettler (1655–1737) Duke of Courland Frederick Casimir Kettler (1650–1698) Duke of Courland Gotthard Kettler (1517–1587), founder of the Duchy of Courland Jacob Kettler (1610–1682) Duke of Courland Robert C. Kettler, Washington D.C. area real estate developer (born 1952) Wilhelm Kettler (1574–1640) Duke of Courland Frederick William, Duke of Courland or Friedrich Kettler (1692–1711) 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: Kettler

English

Donald Joseph Kettler (born 1944) Catholic Bishop of St Cloud. Ferdinand Kettler (1655–1737) Duke of Courland Frederick Casimir Kettler (1650–1698) Duke of Courland Gotthard Kettler (1517–1587), founder of the Duchy of Courland Jacob Kettler (1610–1682) Duke of Courland Robert C. Kettler, Washington D.C. area real estate developer (born 1952) Wilhelm Kettler (1574–1640) Duke of Courland Frederick William, Duke of Courland or Friedrich Kettler (1692–1711)

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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 Kettler

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 Kettler:

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 Kettler?
The surname Kettler originates from English. Donald Joseph Kettler (born 1944) Catholic Bishop of St Cloud. Ferdinand Kettler (1655–1737) Duke of Courland Frederick Casimir Kettler (1650–1698) Duke of Courland Gotthard Kettler (1517–1587), founder of the Duchy of Courland Jacob Kettler (1610–1682) Duke of Courland Robert C. Kettler, Washington D.C. area real estate developer (born 1952) Wilhelm Kettler (1574–1640) Duke of Courland Frederick William, Duke of Courland or Friedrich Kettler (1692–1711)
What are the origins of the name Keith Kettler?
The name Keith Kettler combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Kettler originates from English.
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