Keita is a unisex given name of African origin, particularly common among the Malinke ethnic group in West Africa. It translates to "thank you" or "praise" in various languages, reflecting a sense of gratitude or reverence. Keita gained prominence during the medieval Mali Empire, with notable bearers including Sundiata Keita, also known as the Lion of Mali, who united and ruled the empire in the 13th century. Today, Keita is used worldwide and may be spelled in various ways, such as Kaieteh or Kaiytah.
Keita saw a peak in popularity between 1973 and 1981, with over 12 births each year during this period, except for 1976 and 1977 which had only 5 births each. The name's popularity declined after that time, with no more than 9 births per year from 1982 onwards.