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Keanan

♂ Boy

Pronounced KEE-nun /ˈkiː.nən/Medium

Meaning: A form of the Irish Cianan (Kienan), a diminutive of Cian, 'ancient; enduring'. A heritage name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: An Irish name: Keanan is a form of Cianan, 'ancient; enduring' (said 'KEE-nun'). A heritage name noted respectfully.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningA form of the Irish Cianan (Kienan), a diminutive of Cian, 'ancient; enduring'. A heritage name we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#11638 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1997
Total births (all-time)≈ 623

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199719772024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Keanan is a spelling of the Irish Cianan (Kienan), a diminutive of Cian, 'ancient; enduring', borne by early Irish saints. A heritage name we note respectfully. A soft two-beat pick (said 'KEE-nun').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, Irish-rooted, and gentle.

Did you know? Keanan is a form of the Irish Cianan (Kienan), a little-Cian name from 'ancient; enduring' — a heritage name we note respectfully (said 'KEE-nun').
Overall data confidence 50%
References - Keanan — Irish form of Cianan 'ancient'

Variations

CiananKienanKeenan

Nicknames

KeanKee

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Keanan mean?

Keanan is a form of the Irish Cianan, from Cian, 'ancient; enduring'.

How do you pronounce Keanan?

It's said KEE-nun /ˈkiː.nən/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Keanan a boy or girl name?

Keanan is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Keanan?

Keanan is a rare name in the U.S.

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