Keanan is an Irish Gaelic name that means "little and ancient." It is of uncertain origin, but it's believed to have been brought to Ireland by the Gaels from Spain. The name Keanan has a unique sound and is often associated with strength and wisdom due to its meaning. It is not a very common name, which makes it distinctive and memorable.
The name Keanan experienced a significant rise in popularity between the late 1980s and mid-1990s, with a peak of 48 births in 1997. However, it has since declined, with only 8 births recorded in 2023. Overall, there have been 617 babies named Keanan from 1977 to 2023.