Ancient, distant, or sharp
Keenen is a variant of the Irish name Keenan, derived from the Gaelic 'Cianán,' which is a diminutive of 'Cian.' It carries the historical meaning of 'ancient' or 'enduring,' though some interpretations link it to 'sharp' or 'keen.'
Fewer than 5 boys were named Keenen in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Actor, comedian, and filmmaker
