Kennan
Kennan is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Ancient or little Cian.
Origin and history
Kennan is a masculine name of Gaelic origin, derived from the surname or personal name Cianán, meaning 'ancient' or 'little Cian'. It is a rare given name in the United States, maintaining a steady but low-volume presence over the decades. It offers a fresh alternative to more common similar-sounding names like Keenan or Kenneth.
Popularity in the United States
1,223 babies in the United States have been named Kennan since 1880. It ranks #3475 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1847.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40 %)
- TX (29.2 %)
- FL (15.4 %)
- GA (7.7 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 77 |
| 1960-1970 | 112 |
| 1970-1980 | 54 |
| 1980-1990 | 136 |
| 1990-2000 | 261 |
| 2000-2010 | 312 |
| 2010-2019 | 191 |
| 2020-2029 | 80 |
Fun facts
- Kennan is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Cianán, which is a diminutive of Cian meaning ancient or enduring.
- Like many modern Irish-derived names, Kennan transitioned from a Gaelic surname to a contemporary given name.