First name Keenan - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
English, Irish
Nameday
Meaning
The male first name Keenan has an Irish origin and means "little, slender warrior". The name is a variant of the Irish name Cianán and is particularly popular in Ireland and the United States. In Irish mythology, Keenan is the name of a warrior known for his bravery and strength. The name is also present in popular culture, for example as the surname of actor Keenan Ivory Wayans.
Famous people with the first name Keenan
- Maynard James Keenan (Singer)
- Sinéad Keenan (Irish actress)
- Keenan Cahill (American YouTube filmmaker)
- Nicolás Keenan (Argentine field hockey player)
- Celia Keenan-Bolger (Person)
- Mike Keenan (Canadian ice hockey player and coach)
- Pepper Keenan (Musician)