Kiefer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kiefer has German origins, meaning 'pine tree.' It has evolved through various forms in the German language. The name carries traits of strength and individuality and has gained popularity in modern times, particularly due to famous individuals. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Kiefer is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kiefer has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kiefer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1431st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2226th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6045th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kiefer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kiefer"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːfər/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Kiefer is derived from the German word for 'pine tree.' It originally referred to someone who lived near or worked with these trees.
Meaning
pine tree
Language Evolution
Kiefer (Modern German), Kieffer (Old German), Kiefer (Middle High German)
Historical Usage
The name Kiefer gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, partly due to notable figures bearing the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kieffer, Kieferer, Kief
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kiefer is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality, partly due to its association with well-known personalities.
Famous People
Kiefer Sutherland, Kiefer Ravena
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kiefer"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kiefer"
"Kiefer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1431st of 16616 | 921 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2226th of 24088 | 851 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6045th of 23106 | 172 |
Regional Popularity of "Kiefer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.77% 1134th/3685 |
40.94% 1832nd/4475 |
27.53% 1430th/5194 |
21.47% 1356th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.47% 2221st/4582 |
70.26% 3628th/5164 |
47.61% 3482nd/7313 |
29.34% 2190th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kiefer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kiefer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kiefer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.