Keith


Sir Arthur, 1866–1955, Scottish anthropologist.
a male given name.
Contemporary Examples

Imagine up on stage not just Macca but alongside him: Mick and Keith, Clapton, Townshend, Jimmy Page, Bono, and so on.
The Opening Ceremonies Michael Tomasky July 26, 2012

Keith Richards is most famous for his music and one-time drug use.
Keith Richards Wins Mailer Award
 Allison Yarrow November 3, 2011

Jagger should also return to songwriting—preferably with Keith Richards.
Is Mick Jagger Too Old to Rock? Andrew Romano July 25, 2013

Keith Richards’ Life is an epic account of the heyday of rock ‘n’ roll.
12 Juiciest Bits from Keith Richards’ Memoir The Daily Beast October 26, 2010

And right then, right there,” Keith says, “I fell in love with instruments.
Exile on Sesame Street: Keith Richards Writes a Kids’ Book Malcolm Jones September 11, 2014

Historical Examples

But when Captain Keith took a seat by her side she welcomed him with a pleasant smile.
Elsie at Home Martha Finley

Keith had started impatiently from his seat at the unwelcome interruption.
Shapes that Haunt the Dusk Various

He soon learnt that Marshal Keith was established in his old quarters, and made his way thither.
With Frederick the Great G. A. Henty

Flice followed with Keith, who was silent and self-absorbed.
Shapes that Haunt the Dusk Various

You need not have been so chuff in your manner just now, Keith.
A Sister of the Red Cross Mrs. L. T. Meade

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