Keith Welton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Keith Welton — wood, forest
462K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Keith Welton 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 Welton: Nether Welton, a place in Cumbria Welton, Cumbria, a place in Cumbria Welton, East Ayrshire, Scotland; a UK location Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire Welton Hill, a hamlet in above parish Welton Cliff, a hamlet in above parish Welton Rural District, a former rural district in Parts of Lindsey El Welton, San Luis Río Colorado, a place in Mexico Welton Township, Clinton County, Iowa, township containing Welton, Iowa Wheeler, Wisconsin, United States (formerly called Welton) Wélton (footballer) (born 1975), Brazilian football forward Welton Becket (1902-1969), American modern architect Welton Fel. 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: Welton

English

Nether Welton, a place in Cumbria Welton, Cumbria, a place in Cumbria Welton, East Ayrshire, Scotland; a UK location Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire Welton Hill, a hamlet in above parish Welton Cliff, a hamlet in above parish Welton Rural District, a former rural district in Parts of Lindsey El Welton, San Luis Río Colorado, a place in Mexico Welton Township, Clinton County, Iowa, township containing Welton, Iowa Wheeler, Wisconsin, United States (formerly called Welton) Wélton (footballer) (born 1975), Brazilian football forward Welton Becket (1902-1969), American modern architect Welton Fel.

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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 Welton

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 Welton:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Welton?
The surname Welton originates from English. Nether Welton, a place in Cumbria Welton, Cumbria, a place in Cumbria Welton, East Ayrshire, Scotland; a UK location Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire Welton Hill, a hamlet in above parish Welton Cliff, a hamlet in above parish Welton Rural District, a former rural district in Parts of Lindsey El Welton, San Luis Río Colorado, a place in Mexico Welton Township, Clinton County, Iowa, township containing Welton, Iowa Wheeler, Wisconsin, United States (formerly called Welton) Wélton (footballer) (born 1975), Brazilian football forward Welton Becket (1902-1969), American modern architect Welton Fel.
What are the origins of the name Keith Welton?
The name Keith Welton combines two different traditions: the first name Keith has Celtic roots, while the surname Welton originates from English.
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