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Keaton

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Pronounced KEE-tən /ˈki.tən/High

Meaning: From an English place-name/surname — Old English, 'the place of the hawks' or 'shed/hut town'; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Sleek and modern: Keaton is the English 'place of the hawks' — chic, strong, and cool. Used for both sexes (actress Diane Keaton).
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom an English place-name/surname — Old English, 'the place of the hawks' or 'shed/hut town'; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#2164 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births86 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,417

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519822025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Keaton comes from an English place-name and surname — Old English, 'the place of the hawks' (cyta, 'kite/hawk') or 'shed/hut town' (routes layered, which we note). A sleek, chic surname-name (Diane Keaton), used for both sexes, here for girls.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, place-of-the-hawks at the (likely) root, and sleek.

Did you know? Keaton means 'the place of the hawks' or 'shed-town' (Old English) — a chic surname-name (Diane Keaton; Buster Keaton), used for both sexes.
Overall data confidence 65%
Behind the Name — Keaton — routes layered

Variations

KeetonKeatyn

Nicknames

Kea

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Keaton mean?

Keaton is English for 'the place of the hawks' or 'shed-town'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Keaton?

It's said KEE-tən /ˈki.tən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Keaton a boy or girl name?

Keaton is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Keaton?

Keaton is rare for girls in the U.S.

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