Ancient, distant, or sharp
Kean is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Cian, meaning ancient or enduring. It can also be a variant of the English surname Keene, which stems from the Old English word 'cene' meaning bold, sharp, or brave. In some contexts, it is associated with the Gaelic 'caoin' meaning gentle.
Less common today
Kean isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,863 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned British Shakespearean stage actor
Filipino singer and actor
