Keith Stahl

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Stahl — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Stahl 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 Stahl: Agustín Stahl (1842–1917), Puerto Rican physician, ethnologist, and botanist Alexander von Stahl (born 1938), German lawyer, politician, and civil servant Armin Mueller-Stahl (born 1930), German actor, painter, writer, and musician Arthur Goldstein (1887–1943), German socialist and communist politician, whose pseudonym is "Stahl" Ben Stahl (1910–1987), American artist, illustrator, and author Ben Stahl (activist) (1915–1998), American political activist Carl-Gustaf Ståhl (1920–2016), Swedish officer Chick Stahl (1873–1907), American baseball outfielder Christian Ernst Stahl (1848–1919), German. 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: Stahl

English

Agustín Stahl (1842–1917), Puerto Rican physician, ethnologist, and botanist Alexander von Stahl (born 1938), German lawyer, politician, and civil servant Armin Mueller-Stahl (born 1930), German actor, painter, writer, and musician Arthur Goldstein (1887–1943), German socialist and communist politician, whose pseudonym is "Stahl" Ben Stahl (1910–1987), American artist, illustrator, and author Ben Stahl (activist) (1915–1998), American political activist Carl-Gustaf Ståhl (1920–2016), Swedish officer Chick Stahl (1873–1907), American baseball outfielder Christian Ernst Stahl (1848–1919), German.

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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 Stahl

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 Stahl:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Stahl?
The surname Stahl originates from English. Agustín Stahl (1842–1917), Puerto Rican physician, ethnologist, and botanist Alexander von Stahl (born 1938), German lawyer, politician, and civil servant Armin Mueller-Stahl (born 1930), German actor, painter, writer, and musician Arthur Goldstein (1887–1943), German socialist and communist politician, whose pseudonym is "Stahl" Ben Stahl (1910–1987), American artist, illustrator, and author Ben Stahl (activist) (1915–1998), American political activist Carl-Gustaf Ståhl (1920–2016), Swedish officer Chick Stahl (1873–1907), American baseball outfielder Christian Ernst Stahl (1848–1919), German.
What are the origins of the name Keith Stahl?
The name Keith Stahl combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Stahl originates from English.
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