Keenan — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Keenan is a male name with Irish and Gaelic origins. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cianáin, meaning 'descendant of Cianán'. Cianán is derived from the word 'cian', which means 'ancient' or 'enduring'.
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Meaning of Keenan:
Keenan is a male name with Irish and Gaelic origins. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cianáin, meaning 'descendant of Cianán'. Cianán is derived from the word 'cian', which means 'ancient' or 'enduring'. Keenan has a strong and noble sound, and it represents strength and resilience.
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Gaelic, Irish
- US popularity: In 2022, 180 newborns in the United States were named Keenan (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1997 with 726 babies.
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What does the name Keenan mean?
Keenan is a male name with Irish and Gaelic origins. It is derived from the Irish surname Ó Cianáin, meaning 'descendant of Cianán'. Cianán is derived from the word 'cian', which means 'ancient' or 'enduring'. Keenan has a strong and noble sound, and it represents strength and resilience.
What is the origin of the name Keenan?
Keenan is a boy's name of Gaelic, Irish origin.
Is Keenan a boy or girl name?
Keenan is commonly used as a boy's name.
How popular is the name Keenan?
In 2022, 180 newborns in the United States were named Keenan, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1997, with 726 babies given the name.
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