Keanu: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced kee-AH-noo · 3 syllables
Borrowed from Hawaiian Keanu.
- Origin
- Polynesian
- Pronunciation
- kee-AH-noo
- US rank (2025)
- #648
- US babies a year
- about 493 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Keanu?
Keanu was the #648 name in the US in 2025, given to 427 babies. It’s rising: up 223% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #648 |
| England & Wales | #496 |
| Scotland | #892 |
| Canada | #719 |
| Australia | #352 |
How old are people named Keanu?
Half of US adults named Keanu are older than 26; most are between 19 and 34. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Keanu
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Maleek
- Khaleel
- Jahleel
- Kai
- Clinton
Questions about Keanu
How do you pronounce Keanu?
Keanu is pronounced kee-AH-noo.
How popular is the name Keanu?
Keanu was the #648 name in the US in 2025, given to 427 babies. It’s rising: up 223% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Keanu?
Half of US adults named Keanu are older than 26. Most are between 19 and 34.