Keenan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEE-nan / /ˈkiːnən/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'ancient'; Gaelic: 'descendant of Caoinín'
Historical & Cultural Background
Keenan is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cianáin, which means 'descendant of Caoinín'. The name has historical roots in Ireland, where it was used as both a surname and a given name. It has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries. The name reflects a connection to Irish heritage and culture.
Trend Summary
Keenan has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Keen
- Keenon
International Variants
- Cian (Irish)
- Keenan (English)
Famous people named Keenan
Keenan Thompson is an American actor and comedian known for his work on 'Saturday Night Live'.
Keenan Allen is an American football player who plays as a wide receiver in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Keenan
Keenan is a character in the animated series 'Keenan & Kel', known for his comedic antics.
Keenan is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', often depicted in various roles.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keenan was first seen in the United States in 1942. Keenan has ranked as high as #651 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, California, North Carolina, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Keenan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keenan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| SC | 7 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| MN | 6 | |
| KY | 5 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| AR | 5 | |
| MO | 5 | |
| MS | 5 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 18 |
| 1955 | 31 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 45 |
| 1958 | 66 |
| 1959 | 68 |
| 1960 | 106 |
| 1961 | 60 |
| 1962 | 97 |
| 1963 | 120 |
| 1964 | 92 |
| 1965 | 69 |
| 1966 | 93 |
| 1967 | 79 |
| 1968 | 66 |
| 1969 | 84 |
| 1970 | 110 |
| 1971 | 98 |
| 1972 | 104 |
| 1973 | 102 |
| 1974 | 113 |
| 1975 | 126 |
| 1976 | 128 |
| 1977 | 115 |
| 1978 | 131 |
| 1979 | 146 |
| 1980 | 181 |
| 1981 | 167 |
| 1982 | 171 |
| 1983 | 225 |
| 1984 | 212 |
| 1985 | 272 |
| 1986 | 274 |
| 1987 | 289 |
| 1988 | 333 |
| 1989 | 395 |
| 1990 | 592 |
| 1991 | 667 |
| 1992 | 652 |
| 1993 | 613 |
| 1994 | 590 |
| 1995 | 623 |
| 1996 | 595 |
| 1997 | 717 |
| 1998 | 492 |
| 1999 | 446 |
| 2000 | 411 |
| 2001 | 377 |
| 2002 | 364 |
| 2003 | 382 |
| 2004 | 382 |
| 2005 | 381 |
| 2006 | 394 |
| 2007 | 364 |
| 2008 | 318 |
| 2009 | 310 |
| 2010 | 300 |
| 2011 | 263 |
| 2012 | 237 |
| 2013 | 209 |
| 2014 | 278 |
| 2015 | 227 |
| 2016 | 273 |
| 2017 | 234 |
| 2018 | 231 |
| 2019 | 228 |
| 2020 | 216 |
| 2021 | 204 |
| 2022 | 181 |
| 2023 | 188 |
| 2024 | 166 |