Keanu Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkee-AH-noo / /kiˈɑːnu/Hawaiian; Japanese
Meaning
Hawaiian: cool breeze; Japanese: to be glad
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, the name Keanu is associated with nature and tranquility, reflecting the beauty of the islands. In Japanese, the name conveys a sense of happiness and joy, often linked to positive emotions.
Trend Summary
The name has seen a steady interest in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Keenan
- Kian
International Variants
- Keanu (Hawaiian)
- Keanu (Japanese)
Famous people named Keanu
Keanu Reeves — actor.
Keanu Asakura — musician.
Fictional characters named Keanu
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keanu was first seen in the United States in 1990. Keanu has ranked as high as #832 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Hawaii, Texas, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Keanu has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keanu (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 94 | |
| TX | 38 | |
| FL | 37 | |
| HI | 20 | |
| GA | 18 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| NC | 15 | |
| WA | 14 | |
| UT | 12 | |
| AZ | 12 | |
| NV | 10 | |
| MI | 10 | |
| OR | 10 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 71 |
| 1992 | 105 |
| 1993 | 102 |
| 1994 | 195 |
| 1995 | 356 |
| 1996 | 280 |
| 1997 | 194 |
| 1998 | 142 |
| 1999 | 180 |
| 2000 | 216 |
| 2001 | 269 |
| 2002 | 212 |
| 2003 | 208 |
| 2004 | 202 |
| 2005 | 179 |
| 2006 | 177 |
| 2007 | 164 |
| 2008 | 165 |
| 2009 | 164 |
| 2010 | 162 |
| 2011 | 163 |
| 2012 | 151 |
| 2013 | 110 |
| 2014 | 142 |
| 2015 | 198 |
| 2016 | 211 |
| 2017 | 242 |
| 2018 | 282 |
| 2019 | 429 |
| 2020 | 556 |
| 2021 | 553 |
| 2022 | 483 |
| 2023 | 551 |
| 2024 | 442 |