Keenan

What does the baby name Keenan mean? Learn about what Keenan means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Keenan - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Keenan: K-E-E-N-A-N, is a 6-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Keenan: KEE-nən; KEE nahn
Meaning of Keenan: Ancient, descendant of the fair child, ancient one, smart one.
Origin of Keenan: The name 'Keenan' has Irish origins. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cianáin, which means 'descendant of Cianán'. Cianán is a diminutive form of the Irish name Cian, meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring'.; American Names; Celtic Names; Gaelic Names; Irish Names; Surname Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Keenan: Cianan; Keanan; Keen; Keynon; Kienan; Kienen
Popularity of Keenan: The popularity of the name 'Keenan' has varied over time. In the United States, it gained some popularity in the late 20th century. It peaked in popularity in the early 1990s, ranking within the top 500 names for boys. Since then, its usage has gradually declined, but it still remains in occasional use.; Keenan currently has 90 likes, and is in the top 4% of liked boy's names. The name Rudolph is slightly more popular than Keenan.

Etymology of Keenan

The name 'Keenan' is derived from the Irish Gaelic word 'Cianán', which is a diminutive form of 'Cian'. 'Cian' is derived from the Old Irish word 'cían', meaning 'ancient' or 'enduring'. The name carries connotations of strength and longevity.

Cultural Significance of Keenan

In Irish culture, names hold a deep significance and are often connected to family history and heritage. The name 'Keenan' is associated with the Ó Cianáin clan, a prominent Irish family with a long history. By bearing this name, individuals may feel a connection to their Irish roots and ancestral lineage.