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Keifer
Pronounced KY-fur /ˈkaɪ.fər/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of the German Kiefer, meaning 'pine tree' (and, as an occupational surname, 'cooper; barrel-maker'); familiar through actor Kiefer Sutherland. A woodsy Continental pick.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Keifer spells the German Kiefer, 'pine tree' (and, as an occupational name, 'cooper; barrel-maker'). Sturdy and woodsy — familiar through Kiefer Sutherland, rare as a first name in the U.S. (said 'KY-fur').
It appears rarely, beside the more common Kiefer. Rare spelling, woodsy, and sturdy.
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What does the name Keifer mean?
Keifer is a spelling of the German Kiefer, meaning 'pine tree' (or, as a surname, 'barrel-maker').
How do you pronounce Keifer?
It's said KY-fur /ˈkaɪ.fər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Keifer a boy or girl name?
Here Keifer is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Keifer?
Keifer is an extremely rare spelling in the U.S.