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Keifer

KEE-fer

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

1,149

Peak Year

#131 in 1991

First Recorded

1970

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A form of Kiefer, derived from German 'kî' meaning 'barrel maker' or 'cooper.' It evolved from a surname into a given name.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Kiefer Sutherland

    Canadian actor known for his role in 24.

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Personality Traits

ReliablePracticalStrongAnalytical

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