Holding steady.
Popularity of Kewan since 1974
Babies named Kewan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 56 |
| 1990s | 114 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 34 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kewan is a rare American given name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1974. Its usage peaked in 1997, after which it fluctuated but remained uncommon. The name does not appear in the top 1000 rankings for any year, and its trajectory indicates a stable but very low level of use. As a modern coinage, Kewan lacks a clear etymological origin or meaning, and its spelling with a 'w' distinguishes it from more familiar names like Keon or Kian. It has not been recorded as a top name in any U.S. state, reflecting its niche appeal.
Kewan first appeared in U.S. records in 1974 and saw modest use in the 1990s. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly influenced by the Irish name Keon or the Welsh name Cuan, but no clear derivation exists. Its spelling with a 'w' sets it apart from more common variants like Keon or Kian.
“Kewan” around the world
Where Kewan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Kewan
Names that share Kewan's style, for a brother or sister.
