Declining since 2007.
Popularity of Kethan since 1996
Babies named Kethan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 76 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Kethan is a modern, uncommon name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1996. Its popularity peaked in 2008, after which it has been on a declining trajectory since 2007. Despite its rarity, the name carries a contemporary feel and may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive choice. The name's origins are debated; it may be a variant of the Sanskrit Ketan, meaning 'banner', or a respelling of the English surname Keaton. As of 2025, it remains outside the top 1000, with approximately fewer than 5 newborns per million given the name annually.
Kethan is a modern name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the Indian name Ketan, which comes from Sanskrit 'ketana' meaning 'banner' or 'flag'. Alternatively, it could be a respelling of the English surname Keaton, meaning 'place of kites' (birds of prey). The name first appeared in the United States in 1996 and peaked in usage in 2008, suggesting a recent coinage.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Kethan
Names that share Kethan's style, for a brother or sister.
