Keenan
ke(e)-nan
US Popularity:2343
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Ancient; Enduring; Possession
Stemming from Irish roots, Keenan is a boy’s name borrowed from Cianán and Cian, meaning “ancient” or “enduring.” However, this isn’t the only origin that takes claim to such a striking name. In Hebrew, the name Keenan can also be a variant of Kenan, which means “possession,” and appears in the Christian Old Testament. Choose a name like Keenan for baby, and you might see the characteristics of an old soul peeking out from behind those captivating eyes.
How Popular Is The Name Keenan?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Keenan is currently #1996 on The Bump
Boy:Keenan is currently #1124 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Keenan is currently #2343 in U.S. births
Boy:Keenan is currently #1133 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1133
in 2023
+ 15
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Cianán, January 2022
Behind the Name, Cian, June 2023
Behind the Name, Kenan (1), December 2022
BibleGateway, Genesis 5:8-10
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