Keith Urias

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Urias — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Urias 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 Urias: Urias or Urías is the Spanish word for Uriah. It may also refer to Uriaș, a Romanian-language designation of giants Urias (singer) (born Lorena Urias Martins da Silva in 1994), Brazilian singer, songwriter, dancer and model. Urias (footballer) (born Lucas Xavier Urias in 1998), Brazilian football player Urias McGill (c.1823–1866), African-American businessman Urias, Mazatlán, the location of an 1847 battle of the Mexican–American War 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: Urias

Spanish

Urias or Urías is the Spanish word for Uriah. It may also refer to Uriaș, a Romanian-language designation of giants Urias (singer) (born Lorena Urias Martins da Silva in 1994), Brazilian singer, songwriter, dancer and model. Urias (footballer) (born Lucas Xavier Urias in 1998), Brazilian football player Urias McGill (c.1823–1866), African-American businessman Urias, Mazatlán, the location of an 1847 battle of the Mexican–American War

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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 Urias

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 Urias:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Urias?
The surname Urias originates from Spanish. Urias or Urías is the Spanish word for Uriah. It may also refer to Uriaș, a Romanian-language designation of giants Urias (singer) (born Lorena Urias Martins da Silva in 1994), Brazilian singer, songwriter, dancer and model. Urias (footballer) (born Lucas Xavier Urias in 1998), Brazilian football player Urias McGill (c.1823–1866), African-American businessman Urias, Mazatlán, the location of an 1847 battle of the Mexican–American War
What are the origins of the name Keith Urias?
The name Keith Urias combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Urias originates from Spanish.
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