Keiton is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'ancient'. It's derived from the Greek word 'kaitos', which translates to 'whale'. This name gained prominence through its association with St. Ketevan, an Armenian princess who became a Christian martyr in the 17th century.
The name Keiton experienced a notable surge in popularity between the years of 1994 and 2012, with the highest number of births recorded in 2012 (19 births). However, it has since declined, with only 7 births reported in 2021. Overall, there were 282 babies named Keiton between 1990 and 2021 inclusive.