NAME PROFILE
Keaton
Keaton is an Old English name that means 'place of the hawks.' It has a strong, masculine quality and conveys a sense of adventure and freedom—traits often associated with the bird of prey. People with this name are often seen as brave and resourceful, embodying a spirit of independence.
Key Stats
| Total births | 23,505 |
| Gender | Male (86% / 14%) |
| Peak year | 2007 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1983 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 25%CA — 23%FL — 17%IN — 17%IA — 17%
Notable People
Keaton Henson (Musician and Artist) · Buster Keaton (Silent Film Actor and Director) · Michael Keaton (Actor, known for *Birdman* and *Batman*) · Diane Keaton (Academy Award-winning Actress) · Keaton Jones (Social Media Personality and Anti-Bullying Advocate)
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