Keith Welter

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Welter — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Welter 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 Welter: Alexandre Welter (born 1953), Brazilian sailor Ariadne Welter (1930–1998), Mexican movie actress Charles Welter (1880–1972), Dutch minister Emmi Welter (1887–1971), German politician Erich Welter (1900-1982), German journalist Gabriel Welter (1890–1954), German archaeologist. Jean Welter (1901–1977), Luxembourgish boxer Jennifer Welter (born 1977), American football player and coach Kurt Welter (1916–1949), German fighter ace Marion Welter (born 1965), Luxembourgish singer Michel Welter (1859–1924), Luxembourgish politician Nik Welter (1871–1951), Luxembourgish writer and politician 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: Welter

English

Alexandre Welter (born 1953), Brazilian sailor Ariadne Welter (1930–1998), Mexican movie actress Charles Welter (1880–1972), Dutch minister Emmi Welter (1887–1971), German politician Erich Welter (1900-1982), German journalist Gabriel Welter (1890–1954), German archaeologist. Jean Welter (1901–1977), Luxembourgish boxer Jennifer Welter (born 1977), American football player and coach Kurt Welter (1916–1949), German fighter ace Marion Welter (born 1965), Luxembourgish singer Michel Welter (1859–1924), Luxembourgish politician Nik Welter (1871–1951), Luxembourgish writer and politician

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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 Welter

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 Welter:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Welter?
The surname Welter originates from English. Alexandre Welter (born 1953), Brazilian sailor Ariadne Welter (1930–1998), Mexican movie actress Charles Welter (1880–1972), Dutch minister Emmi Welter (1887–1971), German politician Erich Welter (1900-1982), German journalist Gabriel Welter (1890–1954), German archaeologist. Jean Welter (1901–1977), Luxembourgish boxer Jennifer Welter (born 1977), American football player and coach Kurt Welter (1916–1949), German fighter ace Marion Welter (born 1965), Luxembourgish singer Michel Welter (1859–1924), Luxembourgish politician Nik Welter (1871–1951), Luxembourgish writer and politician
What are the origins of the name Keith Welter?
The name Keith Welter combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Welter originates from English.
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