Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Keinan since 1987
Babies named Keinan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 59 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Keinan is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 1987, remaining consistently rare. Its peak usage occurred in 2008, and as of 2025 it ranks near 12,008, with roughly 1 in 341,615 boys receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been stable, suggesting a steady but low level of appeal. While its etymology is uncertain, it may be linked to the Hebrew Kenan or the Irish surname Kean. Parents drawn to simple, two-syllable names with a contemporary feel might appreciate Keinan's uncommon but accessible sound.
Keinan is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1987. It may be a respelling or variant of the Hebrew name Kenan (קֵינָן), meaning 'possession' or 'spear,' from the biblical figure in Genesis. Alternatively, it could be an elaborated form of the Irish surname Kean or Kane. Its exact derivation is uncertain, but it has seen modest use in the United States since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kai, K
Sibling names for Keinan
Names that share Keinan's style, for a brother or sister.
