Keith Tisdale

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Tisdale — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Tisdale 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 Tisdale: Ashley Tisdale (born 1985), American actress and singer David Tisdale (1835–1911), Canadian politician Elkanah Tisdale (1768–1835), American engraver, miniature painter and cartoonist Henry N. Tisdale (born 1944), American academic administrator, educator, and mathematician Jennifer Tisdale (born 1981), American actress, model and older sister of Ashley Tisdale Mahlon Tisdale (1890–1972), a United States Navy admiral during World War II Margaret Tisdale (died 2015), British virologist Paul Tisdale (born 1973), British football manager Ryland Dillard Tisdale (1894–1942), a United States Navy Co. 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: Tisdale

English

Ashley Tisdale (born 1985), American actress and singer David Tisdale (1835–1911), Canadian politician Elkanah Tisdale (1768–1835), American engraver, miniature painter and cartoonist Henry N. Tisdale (born 1944), American academic administrator, educator, and mathematician Jennifer Tisdale (born 1981), American actress, model and older sister of Ashley Tisdale Mahlon Tisdale (1890–1972), a United States Navy admiral during World War II Margaret Tisdale (died 2015), British virologist Paul Tisdale (born 1973), British football manager Ryland Dillard Tisdale (1894–1942), a United States Navy Co.

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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 Tisdale

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 Tisdale:

6
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale 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 Tisdale?
The surname Tisdale originates from English. Ashley Tisdale (born 1985), American actress and singer David Tisdale (1835–1911), Canadian politician Elkanah Tisdale (1768–1835), American engraver, miniature painter and cartoonist Henry N. Tisdale (born 1944), American academic administrator, educator, and mathematician Jennifer Tisdale (born 1981), American actress, model and older sister of Ashley Tisdale Mahlon Tisdale (1890–1972), a United States Navy admiral during World War II Margaret Tisdale (died 2015), British virologist Paul Tisdale (born 1973), British football manager Ryland Dillard Tisdale (1894–1942), a United States Navy Co.
What are the origins of the name Keith Tisdale?
The name Keith Tisdale combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Tisdale originates from English.
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