Keena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Keena is of Irish origin, derived from 'Caoimhe', meaning gentle or beautiful. The name has evolved from its Gaelic roots into a more contemporary form used in English-speaking regions. It reflects traits of kindness and beauty, with no direct biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity since the late 20th century as a distinctive choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keena"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːnə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Keena is derived from the Irish name 'Caoimhe', which means 'gentle' or 'beautiful'. It has been adapted into various forms in English-speaking countries.
Meaning
gentle, beautiful
Language Evolution
Caoimhe, Keena
Historical Usage
Keena gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique alternative to more traditional names, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kina, Kinae
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keena is seen as a modern and unique name, often associated with qualities of kindness and beauty.
Famous People
Keena Rothhammer, Keena S. Johnson
📊 Keena Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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✨ Keena Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 153 peak births in 1972
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keena"
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 "Keena"
"Keena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5303rd of 7552 | 27 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5888th of 16616 | 109 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3123rd of 12526 | 269 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1816th of 19264 | 811 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2544th of 27321 | 717 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6531st of 35406 | 291 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10581st of 30306 | 108 |
Regional Popularity of "Keena" 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) |
- | - |
62.75% 3259th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Keena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
79.12% 1762nd/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
51.52% 1513th/2937 |
58.54% 2039th/3483 |
55.80% 1963rd/3518 |
73.54% 2974th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.78% 2387th/3685 |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
51.68% 2684th/5194 |
66.46% 4198th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keena" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Keena" in the United States
The name Keena is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Keena has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Keena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5303rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5888th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3123rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1816th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2544th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6531st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10581st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.