Raymond Keith

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Raymond Keith — wise protector
732K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Raymond Keith is a name combining Germanic origins, bringing together "wise protector" (Raymond) with "wood, forest" (Keith). The first name Raymond is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Old Germanic Raginmund, composed of ragin (counsel) and mund (protector). Brought to England by the Normans. The surname Keith: The surname Keith has several origins. In some cases it is derived from Keith in East Lothian, Scotland. In other cases the surname is originated from a nickname, derived from the Middle High German kīt, a word meaning "sprout", "offspring", which has roots in Samskrutham aka Sanskrit, which means field or farm. List of persons with the surname Aaron Keith (born 1971), American para-cyclist Andreas Keith (born 1967), German politician Arthur Berriedale Keith (1879–1944), Scottish constitutional lawyer and Sanskrit scholar Alan Keith (1908–2003), British radio presenter R. Raymond is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 732K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Raymond reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Raymond

Meaning: wise protector

Germanic

From the Old Germanic Raginmund, composed of ragin (counsel) and mund (protector). Brought to England by the Normans.

Surname: Keith

Meaning: wood, forest

Germanic

The surname Keith has several origins. In some cases it is derived from Keith in East Lothian, Scotland. In other cases the surname is originated from a nickname, derived from the Middle High German kīt, a word meaning "sprout", "offspring", which has roots in Samskrutham aka Sanskrit, which means field or farm. List of persons with the surname Aaron Keith (born 1971), American para-cyclist Andreas Keith (born 1967), German politician Arthur Berriedale Keith (1879–1944), Scottish constitutional lawyer and Sanskrit scholar Alan Keith (1908–2003), British radio presenter R.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Raymond is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Raymond by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Raymond Keith

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 Raymond Keith:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

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

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 Raymond?
The first name Raymond originates from Germanic. From the Old Germanic Raginmund, composed of ragin (counsel) and mund (protector). Brought to England by the Normans.
When was Raymond most popular?
The name Raymond reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Keith?
The surname Keith originates from Germanic. The surname Keith has several origins. In some cases it is derived from Keith in East Lothian, Scotland. In other cases the surname is originated from a nickname, derived from the Middle High German kīt, a word meaning "sprout", "offspring", which has roots in Samskrutham aka Sanskrit, which means field or farm. List of persons with the surname Aaron Keith (born 1971), American para-cyclist Andreas Keith (born 1967), German politician Arthur Berriedale Keith (1879–1944), Scottish constitutional lawyer and Sanskrit scholar Alan Keith (1908–2003), British radio presenter R.
How common is the surname Keith?
The surname Keith is shared by approximately 48K people worldwide.
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