Keenan

Keenan Meaning & Origin

About Keenan
The name Keenan is of Irish origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Gaelic name Cianán, which means "ancient" or "old." It can also be associated with the Irish word "cian," meaning "enduring" or "long-lasting." Keenan is a name that conveys strength, wisdom, and resilience, reflecting its historical roots and cultural significance.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Keenan are male.

Keenan Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -11.76% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KNN
🗽 NYSIIS
CA
🔊 Soundex
K0505
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
K IY1 N AH0 N
🌐 IPA
/ˈkinən/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KNN', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
K550

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Keenan in Braille

Here's how to represent Keenan in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Keenan in braille

How to Spell the Name Keenan in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Keenan using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Keenan in sign language

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