Boy · 375th of 24,088
Keaton
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
23,080
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2007
Peak Popularity Year
930
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Keaton stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Keaton has its origins in Old English, meaning 'hawk's settlement'. It has evolved through various forms and gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, and has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːtən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Keaton is derived from an Old English surname, which originally referred to someone from a place called 'Kite' or 'the place of the hawks'. The name is composed of the elements 'cēat' meaning 'hawk' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
hawk's settlement
Language Evolution
Cēatūn (Old English), Kētun (Middle English), Keaton (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Keaton gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, partly due to the rising trend of using surnames as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Keit, Keitton
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keaton is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Buster Keaton (silent film actor), Keaton Henson (musician), Dylan Keaton (actor)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 930 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3627th of 10718 | 129 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 644th of 16616 | 3,738 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 375th of 24088 | 12,242 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 592nd of 23106 | 5,630 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5433rd of 27321 | 246 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3337th of 35406 | 724 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4599th of 30306 | 361 |