Keith Schulze

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Schulze — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Schulze 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 Schulze: Andrew Schulze (1896–1982), clergyman and civil rights activist Edmund Schulze (1824–1878), German organ builder, or four previous generations of his family in the same profession Ernst Schulze, multiple people Frank Schulze (born 1970), German footballer Franz Hermann Schulze-Delitzsch (1808–1883), German economist Franz Eilhard Schulze (1840–1921), German anatomist and zoologist Friedrich August Schulze (1770–1849), German novelist Gottlob Ernst Schulze (1761–1833), German professor and philosopher Hans-Joachim Schulze (born 1934), German Bach scholar Harro Schulze-Boysen (1909–1942), left-w. 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: Schulze

English

Andrew Schulze (1896–1982), clergyman and civil rights activist Edmund Schulze (1824–1878), German organ builder, or four previous generations of his family in the same profession Ernst Schulze, multiple people Frank Schulze (born 1970), German footballer Franz Hermann Schulze-Delitzsch (1808–1883), German economist Franz Eilhard Schulze (1840–1921), German anatomist and zoologist Friedrich August Schulze (1770–1849), German novelist Gottlob Ernst Schulze (1761–1833), German professor and philosopher Hans-Joachim Schulze (born 1934), German Bach scholar Harro Schulze-Boysen (1909–1942), left-w.

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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 Schulze

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 Schulze:

3
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Schulze?
The surname Schulze originates from English. Andrew Schulze (1896–1982), clergyman and civil rights activist Edmund Schulze (1824–1878), German organ builder, or four previous generations of his family in the same profession Ernst Schulze, multiple people Frank Schulze (born 1970), German footballer Franz Hermann Schulze-Delitzsch (1808–1883), German economist Franz Eilhard Schulze (1840–1921), German anatomist and zoologist Friedrich August Schulze (1770–1849), German novelist Gottlob Ernst Schulze (1761–1833), German professor and philosopher Hans-Joachim Schulze (born 1934), German Bach scholar Harro Schulze-Boysen (1909–1942), left-w.
What are the origins of the name Keith Schulze?
The name Keith Schulze combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Schulze originates from English.
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