Keenen

Keenen is a masculine form of Keenan, an anglicized version of the Irish surname Ó Cianáin, meaning “son of Cianáin.” The personal name Cianáin may come from Mac Fhinghin, meaning “fair offspring,” and is a diminutive of Cian, meaning “ancient,” “distant,” “lasting,” “enduring,” “far,” or “long.” In Irish mythology, Cían is the father of Lug, a member of the Tuatha Dé Danann, or the gods of the Celtic tradition. Kenan Thompson’s career is the epitome of enduring–a child star on the 1990’s Nickelodeon sketch comedy show All That, he grew into a successful comedian, serving as the longest-running cast member on Saturday Night Live. With a name that stands the test of time, little Keenen will surely leave a lasting and far-reaching impact on those they come into contact with.