Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Keanthony since 1989
Babies named Keanthony per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 75 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Keanthony is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1989. It reached its peak popularity in 2000, though it has never ranked among the most common names. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2022, suggesting a recent revival. Keanthony is a blend of the prefix Ke and Anthony, a pattern common in contemporary American naming. Its usage is rare, with no concentration in any particular state.
Keanthony is a modern coinage blending the prefix Ke (often found in names like KeShawn or Kevon) with the classic name Anthony, itself derived from the Roman family name Antonius. This type of invented hybrid name became popular in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ke, Anthony, K
Sibling names for Keanthony
Names that share Keanthony's style, for a brother or sister.
