Keithen

“A variant of the name Keith, meaning 'wood' or 'forest'.” — Associated with a location in Scotland

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13230US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

574All-time births

📅 Since 196400

How to pronounce Keithen

KE·ith·EN

/ˈkɛ.ɪth.ˈɛn/ · stress on KE · 3 syllables

“A variant of the name Keith, meaning 'wood' or 'forest'.”

Associated with a location in Scotland · American origin

What does Keithen mean and where does it come from?

Keithen is a modern variant of the name Keith, which has its origins in Scottish Gaelic. The name Keith means 'wood' or 'forest' and was historically associated with a location in Scotland. Combining Keith with a distinctive suffix, -en, gives it a unique twist that has emerged in modern naming conv

Cultural significance

Keithen has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of the name keith, meaning 'wood' or 'forest'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2971 in 1967 — currently #13230 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Keithen?

Keithen works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Keithen Grace

How popular is Keithen right now?

Falling — down 5118 spots — currently #13230 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#13230 · Top 9.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13230	5	▼ down 5118 · -44% births
2020	#8112	9	▲ up 88
2015	#8200	9	▼ down 1008 · -18% births
2010	#7192	11	▼ down 1536 · -21% births
2005	#5656	14	▲ up 31 · +17% births
2000	#5687	12	▼ down 41 · +20% births
1995	#5646	10	▼ down 1351 · -23% births
1990	#4295	13	▲ up 234 · +44% births
1985	#4529	9	▲ up 2204 · +80% births
1980	#6733	5	▼ down 824
1975	#5909	5	▼ down 1767 · -29% births
1970	#4142	7	▲ up 223 · +40% births
1965	#4365	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Keithen

Best Year1970Rank #4142

Peak Count14

Average Rank#6438

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 202313 years

The story of Keithen

Keithen is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1964. With 574 total births recorded, Keithen remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4365 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13230 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Keithen in 1967:

Michael David James John Robert

Keithen by decade

Keithen peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	32
1970s	59
1980s	79
1990s ★	138
2000s	138
2010s	119
2020s	9

💎Keithen has only 574 total recorded births since 1964 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Keithen?

Common

KeiKeieKeyIthen

What names sound and feel like Keithen?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Keithen also consider these

Keither

American · dweller near the

Keidren

American · Derived from the

Neithen

American · The person who

Keiten

Japan · Keiten can mean

American · A variation of

Eathen

American · From the place

Common questions about the name Keithen

What does the name Keithen mean?

Keithen means "A variant of the name Keith, meaning 'wood' or 'forest'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Keithen?

Keithen is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Keithen?

Keithen originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Keithen?

Keithen is a three-syllable name pronounced K EH1 IH0 T HH EH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Keithen?

Keithen pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.