gender neutral
Keanu
cool breeze over the mountains
About Keanu
Picture a name that embodies both artistic sensitivity and quiet strength—that's Keanu. This choice brings sophistication without pretension, offering depth that extends beyond surface impressions. Parents choosing Keanu demonstrate appreciation for cultural richness while selecting something that feels contemporary and accessible.
The name carries an inherent coolness factor, yet remains grounded and authentic. It's distinctive enough to help a child stand out without seeming forced or overly trendy. Keanu works beautifully across various contexts, from creative pursuits to academic excellence, never limiting but always enhancing. Consider how this name opens doors rather than defines pathways, giving a child room to explore their own identity while carrying something meaningful.
Popularity of the Name Keanu
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | #754 | #199 | #857 | ||
| 1995 | #537 | #98 | #587 | ||
| 1996 | #620 | #141 | #506 | ||
| 1997 | #768 | #544 | #175 | #728 | |
| 1998 | #971 | #605 | |||
| 1999 | #838 | #700 | #245 | ||
| 2000 | #769 | #649 | #179 | #920 | |
| 2001 | #677 | #576 | #274 | #704 | |
| 2002 | #806 | #251 | #942 | ||
| 2003 | #838 | #675 | #196 | #851 | |
| 2004 | #868 | #775 | #184 | ||
| 2005 | #974 | #752 | #220 | #597 | #889 |
| 2016 | #975 | #236 | |||
| 2017 | #891 | #202 | |||
| 2018 | #800 | #788 | #206 | ||
| 2019 | #630 | #538 | #155 | #552 | |
| 2020 | #515 | #547 | #152 | #806 | #955 |
| 2021 | #532 | #736 | #121 | #799 | |
| 2022 | #591 | #672 | #161 | #639 | |
| 2023 | #538 | #684 | #129 | #847 | #787 |
| 2024 | #632 | #760 | #144 | #810 | |
| 2025 | #649 | #872 | #97 | ||
| 2006 | #802 | #251 | |||
| 2007 | #874 | #193 | #730 | #999 | |
| 1993 | #200 | ||||
| 2008 | #208 | ||||
| 2009 | #208 | ||||
| 2010 | #188 | ||||
| 2011 | #209 | ||||
| 2012 | #202 | ||||
| 2013 | #221 | ||||
| 2014 | #220 | ||||
| 2015 | #261 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Keanu
Names Similar to Keanu
Nicknames for Keanu
- Kean
- Ken
- Nu
Famous People Named Keanu
| Keanu Reeves | Actor |
| Keanu Neal | American football player |
| Keanu Marsh-Brown | English footballer |
| Keanu Saleapaga | American football player |
| Keanu Asing | Hawaiian surfer |
| Keanu Rapp | German actor |
| Keanu Baccus | Australian soccer player |
| Keanu Subba | Malaysian mixed martial artist |
| Keanu Davis | Australian cricketer |
| Keanu Appiah | English footballer |
| Keanu Burdett | Canadian rugby player |
| Keanu Lambert | New Zealand footballer |
| Keanu Caballero | Filipino actor |
| Keanu Pinder | Australian basketball player |
| Keanu Trujillo | American boxer |
| Keanu Post | Dutch footballer |
| Keanu Cooper | Australian actor |
| Keanu Schellenberg | Canadian volleyball player |
| Keanu Brown | American football player |
Characters Named Keanu
| Keanu Fitzgerald | Fair City character |
| Keanu Alé | The Scorpion King film series |
| Keanu Kelly | Desperate Housewives character |
| Keanu Bates | Emmerdale character |
| Keanu Taylor | Counting Days film |
| Keanu Timmermans | Family film |
| Keanu Bheeman | Paranormal film |
| Keanu Schmidt | Poldark character |
| Keanu Gutierrez | Squad Goals film |
| Keanu Maboula | Short film |
| Keanu 'Skate' Law | Green Street 3 - Never Back Down film |
| Keanu Daniels | The Murder Pact film |
| Keanu Coleman | It's a Lot film |
| Keanu Brashier | 13 Seconds film |