A male given name of Scottish origin.
From Gaelic 'ceathach' or from a Scottish place name. Became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries, especially the United States, in the 20th century.
Keith comes from Gaelic roots meaning 'forest' or from a Scottish Highlands place—so every Keith carries a piece of Scottish geography in their name! Place names becoming personal names shows how cultures move and migrate across generations.
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