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Keanu is a masculine name used in Hawaiian. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘the cool breeze’ from Hawaiian ke, a definite article, and anu ‘coolness’. This name is now associated with Canadian actor Keanu Reeves (1964-)." It ranked #649 for boys in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘the cool breeze’ from Hawaiian ke, a definite article, and anu ‘coolness’. This name is now associated with Canadian actor Keanu Reeves (1964-). The entry lists its usage as Hawaiian.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Keanu ranked #649 for boys in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #649 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Keanu mean?
Keanu means "the cool breeze", according to Behind the Name.
Is Keanu a popular name?
Keanu ranked #649 for boys in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Keanu a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Keanu appears in the boys' list; Behind the Name labels it masculine & feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Keanu — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
