Kiefer Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-fur / /ˈkiːfər/Irish; German
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the warrior'; German: 'barrel maker'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kiefer is derived from the Irish surname O'Ceitheir, which means 'descendant of Ceithear', a personal name meaning 'warrior'. In German, Kiefer refers to a profession related to woodworking, specifically making barrels. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with the actor Kiefer Sutherland, which has contributed to its recognition.
Trend Summary
Kiefer has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kieffer
International Variants
- Kiefer (German)
- Kieffer (French)
Famous people named Kiefer
Kiefer Sutherland is a Canadian actor known for his role in the television series '24'.
Kiefer Sutherland is also a producer and director, recognized for his contributions to film and television.
Fictional characters named Kiefer
Kiefer is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', known for his role in the storyline.
Kiefer is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where he appears as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kiefer was first seen in the United States in 1988. Kiefer has ranked as high as #1023 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Kiefer has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kiefer (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 93 |
| 1990 | 143 |
| 1991 | 204 |
| 1992 | 114 |
| 1993 | 97 |
| 1994 | 97 |
| 1995 | 70 |
| 1996 | 68 |
| 1997 | 71 |
| 1998 | 53 |
| 1999 | 52 |
| 2000 | 33 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 68 |
| 2005 | 64 |
| 2006 | 84 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 55 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 49 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |