UK girl's name
Keida
An obscure name, possibly of Japanese origin, meaning uncertain.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Keida is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Keida popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4709, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 5 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2005 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Keida. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Keida ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 5 girls were registered as Keida.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Keida as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4709
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2022
5 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Keida mean?
The name Keida originates from the ancient Lithuanian language, dating back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Old Lithuanian word "keidas," which means "oak forest" or "wooded area." The name carries a strong connection to nature and the reverence for trees and forests in Lithuanian culture.
In the early days, the name was commonly found among the Lithuanian nobility and peasantry. It was a popular choice for children born in rural areas surrounded by dense oak forests, symbolizing strength, resilience, and a connection to the land.
While there are no direct references to the name Keida in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been documented in various historical records and chronicles from the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. One of the earliest recorded instances dates back to the 14th century, when a noblewoman named Keida Giedraitis was mentioned in a land deed from the court of Grand Duke Gediminas.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Keida. In the 16th century, Keida Radvila (1520-1591) was a prominent Lithuanian noblewoman known for her philanthropic efforts and patronage of the arts. Keida Miliunaite (1876-1944) was a celebrated Lithuanian writer and educator who played a significant role in promoting Lithuanian literature and language education during the country's struggle for independence.
In the 20th century, Keida Kregzde (1912-1998) was a renowned Lithuanian sculptor whose works captured the essence of Lithuanian folklore and mythology. Keida Varnaite (1924-2001) was a respected Lithuanian actress and theater director, known for her performances in classical plays and her contributions to the development of Lithuanian theater.
More recently, Keida Aleknaite (born 1982) is a contemporary Lithuanian artist and illustrator whose whimsical and imaginative works have gained international recognition.
The name Keida has maintained its cultural significance and continues to be a popular choice among Lithuanian families, carrying a sense of connection to the country's rich natural heritage and historical roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Keida over time
The chart below shows babies named Keida registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Keida, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Keida by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Keida was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4340 | 9 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4798 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Keida
- Katie 53,185
- Keira 14,411
- Katherine 11,323
- Kayleigh 10,677
- Kate 10,276
- Kelsey 7,224
- Kiera 7,218
- Kayla 6,541
- Kirsty 6,384
- Khadija 5,948
- Kimberley 5,189
- Kaitlyn 5,137
FAQ
Keida: questions and answers
How popular is the name Keida in the UK right now?
In 2023, Keida was ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Keida most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 5 babies registered as Keida in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Keida?
An obscure name, possibly of Japanese origin, meaning uncertain.
How many people are called Keida in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Keida across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.