Keana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Keana is a Hawaiian name meaning 'the place of the gods' or 'the divine one'. It has its roots in the Hawaiian language and has evolved directly from it. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as Hawaiian culture became more mainstream. There are variants such as Kiana. Currently, Keana is seen as an exotic and beautiful name, although it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Keana is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Keana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Keana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6125th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1962nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2203rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5923rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keana"
Pronunciation
/kiˈɑːnə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
Keana is derived from the Hawaiian language, where 'Ke' is a definite article meaning 'the' and 'ana' means 'to be' or 'to exist'. The name can be interpreted as 'the place of the gods' or 'the divine one'.
Meaning
the place of the gods, the divine one
Language Evolution
Hawaiian
Historical Usage
Keana gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially as Hawaiian culture became more recognized and celebrated outside of Hawaii.
Variants & Derivatives
Keana, Kiana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keana is perceived as a beautiful and exotic name, often associated with Hawaiian heritage and culture.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keana"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Keana"
"Keana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6125th of 19264 | 124 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1962nd of 27321 | 1,036 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2203rd of 35406 | 1,310 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5923rd of 30306 | 252 |
Regional Popularity of "Keana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Keana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.69% 2052nd/3685 |
45.16% 2021st/4475 |
37.04% 1924th/5194 |
28.97% 1830th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
77.13% 3534th/4582 |
41.98% 2168th/5164 |
30.45% 2227th/7313 |
24.99% 1865th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
61.27% 3845th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.