Rising since 1987, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Keean since 1987
Babies named Keean per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 79 |
| 2000s | 153 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Keean is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1987. It reached its peak popularity in 2004, but overall usage remains very low, with a rank of 7,679 in 2025. The name has shown a rising trajectory since its introduction, though it has not gained widespread traction. As a variant of Kean or Kian, it fits a pattern of Irish-inspired yet modern coinages. Parents seeking a distinctive and uncommon name may be drawn to Keean, but its meaning and origins remain uncertain, reflecting the nature of many contemporary invented names.
Keean is a modern spelling variant likely derived from the Irish surname Kean or the given name Kian. The name emerged in the late 20th century, first recorded in the United States in 1987. Its usage remains rare, with a peak in 2004, and is primarily considered a masculine name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kee
Sibling names for Keean
Names that share Keean's style, for a brother or sister.
