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KeithChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Woods, forest

Pronunciation: K-E-I-T-H

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Name
Keith
Meaning
Woods, forest
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
K-E-I-T-H
Lucky Number
2
2
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Keith mean?

Keith is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Woods". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: K-E-I-T-H. Lucky number: 2. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ελληνικά_Keith

Ελληνική έννοια: Woods, forest

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

K-E-I-T-H

IPA

/keith/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Keith is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Woods. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

2

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GreenBrown

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: 2 represents spiritual growth and Nature Earth Strength.

Personality

Personality Traits

NaturalStrongGroundedN = NaturalS = Strong

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes Nature and Earth and Strength in Christian faith.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Keith" has deep cultural significance in Christian tradition. From the woods, forest dweller. This name has been cherished by Christian families for generations, representing Nature and Earth and Strength values.
The name "Keith" carries profound spiritual significance in Christianity. Woods, forest. In Christian spirituality, this name embodies Nature and Earth and Strength qualities that reflect Christian virtues.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records mention notable figures named Keith who played significant roles in Christian history.

Classical Christian Era

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Keith

Woods, forest

🇮🇱Hebrew

עברית_Keith

משמעות עברית: Woods, forest

🇬🇷Greek

Ελληνικά_Keith

Ελληνική έννοια: Woods, forest

🇮🇹Latin

Keith

Significatio Latina: Woods, forest

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