Keifer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Keifer originates from German, meaning 'pine tree'. Its linguistic path traces back to Old High German and Middle High German forms. The name is associated with nature and carries a modern appeal. It does not have biblical relevance but has gained popularity recently, especially in popular culture.
The name Keifer is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Keifer has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Keifer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1830th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3474th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11007th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Keifer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keifer"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːfər/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Keifer is derived from the German surname 'Kiefer', which means 'pine tree'. It is rooted in the Middle High German word 'kiwer', which also refers to a type of coniferous tree.
Meaning
pine tree
Language Evolution
Old High German: 'chīfar', Middle High German: 'kiwer', Modern German: 'Kiefer'
Historical Usage
The name has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century, partly due to its association with notable figures and characters in popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Kiefer, Kieffer, Keifer
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keifer is perceived as a modern and somewhat unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kiefer Sutherland, a prominent Canadian actor known for his role in '24', Kiefer Ravena, a Filipino professional basketball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keifer"
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 of "Keifer"
"Keifer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1830th of 16616 | 630 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3474th of 24088 | 443 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11007th of 23106 | 61 |
Regional Popularity of "Keifer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.84% 1468th/3685 |
59.17% 2648th/4475 |
31.88% 1656th/5194 |
37.15% 2347th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
53.91% 4023rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Keifer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keifer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keifer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.