Keani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkeh-AH-nee / kəˈɑːniHawaiian; Irish
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'the glow of the heavens'; Irish: 'ancient'
Historical & Cultural Background
Keani is a name with Hawaiian roots, often associated with beauty and nature. In Hawaiian culture, names are significant and often reflect the environment or familial connections. The name has also gained popularity in various cultures, including Irish, where it carries a different meaning. It is used in contemporary contexts, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Keani has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kiani
- Keany
International Variants
- Keani (Hawaiian)
- Kiani (Irish)
Famous people named Keani
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Fictional characters named Keani
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keani was first seen in the United States in 1978. Keani has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Keani has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keani (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 7 |