Keanu Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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A Deep Dive

Keanu Overview

Meaning

Cool breeze over the mountains

Gender

Boy

Origin

Hawaiian

Etymology

Derived from the Hawaiian name “Keanu,” meaning “cool breeze” or “cool mountain breeze.”

Pronunciation

/kiˈɑːnuː/

Popularity

Keanu is popular in the United States and other English-speaking countries, especially after being popularized by actor Keanu Reeves. In 2023, it ranked #536 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Exotic, Nature-inspired, Cool

Associated Traits

Cool, calm, strong, serene

Name Day

February 13th
A Deep Dive

Keanu Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Keano, Kean, Keenan, Keanuhea, Keanuʻolu, Keanuʻu

Common Nicknames

Ke, K, Kay, Kiki, Nu, Nunu, Kea, Kanu, Kee, Key

Diminutives

Ke, Nu, Kea, Kiki

Famous People

  • Keanu Reeves
    (Canadian Actor)
  • Keanu Neal
    (American Football Player)
  • Keanu Pires
    (Canadian Movie Actor)
  • Keanu Rapp
    (German Pop Singer)
  • Keanu Marsh-Brown
    (Guyanese Soccer Player)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Keanu"
    (Film)
  • Keanu Thompson
    ("SNL," TV Series)
  • Keanu
    ("The Replacements," Film)
  • Keanu Alvarado
    ("The Kissing Booth," Film)

What Is the Meaning of Keanu?

Keanu means “cool breeze over the mountains” in Hawaiian, indicating a person with a calm and soothing personality.

What Is the Origin of The Name Keanu?

The name Keanu originates from Hawaiian culture, derived from the Hawaiian words “ke” (the) and “anu” (cool or breeze).

Keanu Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Keanu in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#5312021#5922022#5362023
Top 3 Rankings#5142020#5312021#5362023

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Keanu

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023536
(+56 from 2022)
549
(+69 from 2022)
0.02998
2022592
(-61 from 2021)
480
(-73 from 2021)
0.02563
2021531
(-17 from 2020)
553
(-3 from 2020)
0.02952
2020514
(+116 from 2019)
556
(+127 from 2019)
0.03006
2019630
(+170 from 2018)
429
(+147 from 2018)
0.02232
2018800
(+89 from 2017)
282
(+40 from 2017)
0.01451
2017889
(+84 from 2016)
242
(+31 from 2016)
0.01223
2016973
(+50 from 2015)
211
(+13 from 2015)
0.01042
20151023
(+234 from 2014)
198
(+56 from 2014)
0.00968
20141257
(+226 from 2013)
142
(+32 from 2013)
0.00693
20131483
(-292 from 2012)
110
(-41 from 2012)
0.00544
20121191
(-73 from 2011)
151
(-12 from 2011)
0.00744
20111118
(+25 from 2010)
163
(+1 from 2010)
0.00802
20101143
(-19 from 2009)
162
(-2 from 2009)
0.00789
20091124
(-14 from 2008)
164
(-1 from 2008)
0.00773
20081110
(+2 from 2007)
165
(+1 from 2007)
0.00757
20071112
(-79 from 2006)
164
(-13 from 2006)
0.00740
20061033
(-61 from 2005)
177
(-2 from 2005)
0.00807
2005972
(-102 from 2004)
179
(-22 from 2004)
0.00841
2004870
(-34 from 2003)
201
(-7 from 2003)
0.00951
2003836
(-29 from 2002)
208
(-4 from 2002)
0.00990
2002807
(-133 from 2001)
212
(-57 from 2001)
0.01026
2001674
(+95 from 2000)
269
(+53 from 2000)
0.01301
2000769
(+68 from 1999)
216
(+36 from 1999)
0.01034
1999837
(+133 from 1998)
180
(+38 from 1998)
0.00883
1998970
(-203 from 1997)
142
(-52 from 1997)
0.00700
1997767
(-147 from 1996)
194
(-86 from 1996)
0.00971
1996620
(-83 from 1995)
280
(-76 from 1995)
0.01397
1995537
(+215 from 1994)
356
(+161 from 1994)
0.01770
1994752
(+356 from 1993)
195
(+93 from 1993)
0.00957
19931108
(-40 from 1992)
102
(-3 from 1992)
0.00494
19921068
(+268 from 1991)
105
(+34 from 1991)
0.00500
19911336
(+4486 from 1990)
71
(+63 from 1990)
0.00335
19905822
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0.00037
19890
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0.0000
19880
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American States Popularity Rankings for Keanu

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3022021#4062022#3022023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#432021#372022#1122023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#6552021#7172022#5692023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#4522021#5272022#3792023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#5722021#6342022#5482023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3212021#4952022#3592023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#5602021#3002022#4532023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#9142021#7912022#8342023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#8012021#8312022#6912023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2892021#3012022#3742023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#5752021#7772022#7832023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#7132021#6302022#6532023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#7412021#7452022#6452023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#4552021#7612022#3932023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#7092021#6512022#8172023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#6512021#10912022#7272023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2052020#3132021#2992022

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#3962021#6412022#6402023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#6122021#5672022#5322023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#7252021#3432022#3672023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#11052021#11182022#6752023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#7912021#12142022#7922023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#5752019#4302021#3862022

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3872020#4152021#4042023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#5262021#4122022#6632023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#4652021#4472022#7402023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#5512021#6162022#7492023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#7712020#7372021#9002022

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#9182019#6572020#7202021

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#7382019#5212020#6092023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#6082019#4782021#4442023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#5542019#6242021#6292023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3842022#4382023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#7022000#8972022

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#7422022

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1582022

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2712016

Popularity Rankings for Keanu in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Other American Territories

American Samoa flag American Samoa
Guam flag Guam
Northern Mariana Islands flag Northern Mariana Islands
U.S. Virgin Islands flag U.S. Virgin Islands

Other American Territories flagOther American Territories#882003#932009

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#1232021#1612022#1282023

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#3292021

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#4422021#4032022#4022023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4401993#4971996#5001999

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#7822021#6122022#4532023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#4862020#7152021#4722022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#5182019#4962020#6762021

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#9602020#7992021#5982022

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#6292007#7412020#7702023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Keanu a Name for Boys or Girls?

Keanu is mainly a boy’s name, derived from Hawaiian words meaning “cool breeze.”

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Keanu

Keanu in Famous People Names and Pop Culture

  • Keanu Reeves (Actor, 1964): A Canadian actor known for his roles in "The Matrix," "John Wick," and "Speed" who has received numerous accolades.
  • Keanu Neal (Football Player, 1995): An American football player and first-round selection of the Atlanta Falcons who played in the Super Bowl as a rookie.
  • Keanu Pires (Movie Actor, 1992): A Canadian actor known for his roles in "Sandlot: Heading Home" and "Eve and the Fire Horse."
  • Keanu Rapp (Pop Singer, 2001): A German pop singer who gained fame through his performances on "The Voice Kids" and YouTube.
  • Keanu Marsh-Brown (Soccer Player, 1992): An English-born Guyanese professional soccer player known for his versatility on the field.
  • "Keanu" (2016 Film): A comedy film about two friends who pose as drug dealers to rescue their stolen kitten named Keanu.
  • Keanu Thompson ("SNL," TV Series): A recurring character portrayed by Keegan-Michael Key in various sketches.
  • Keanu ("The Replacements," 2000 Film): A character in the sports comedy film where replacement players are recruited to finish the football season.
  • Keanu Alvarado ("The Kissing Booth," 2018 Film): A supporting character in the teen romantic comedy film.
  • None

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