Keon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Keon has Irish origins, derived from the name Cian, meaning ancient or enduring. It has evolved linguistically from Cian to Keon and is associated with traits of strength and longevity. There is no biblical relevance attached to the name. Its popularity has surged in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking regions, and it is viewed favorably for its modern appeal.
The name Keon is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Keon has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Keon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1580th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 782nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 759th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1233rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9338th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10509th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Keon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keon"
Pronunciation
/ˈkiːɒn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Keon is derived from the Irish name 'Cian', which means 'ancient' or 'enduring'.
Meaning
ancient, enduring
Language Evolution
Cian, Keon
Historical Usage
The name Keon has gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries since the late 20th century, often associated with a modern and unique appeal.
Variants & Derivatives
Kian, Cian
Modern Popularity & Image
Keon is perceived as a contemporary and stylish name, often chosen for its distinctive sound and cultural roots.
Famous People
Keon Clark - a former professional basketball player, Keon Coleman - a professional football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keon"
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 "Keon"
"Keon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1580th of 10718 | 491 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 782nd of 16616 | 2,530 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 759th of 24088 | 4,137 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1233rd of 23106 | 1,856 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9338th of 19264 | 54 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10509th of 27321 | 87 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Keon" 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) |
36.84% 1082nd/2937 |
41.69% 1452nd/3483 |
33.94% 1194th/3518 |
43.60% 1763rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.80% 840th/3685 |
17.47% 782nd/4475 |
11.80% 613th/5194 |
21.36% 1349th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.89% 728th/4582 |
15.22% 786th/5164 |
8.64% 632nd/7313 |
17.16% 1281st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.71% 1303rd/3984 |
27.46% 1232nd/4487 |
15.77% 1076th/6822 |
25.65% 1610th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Keon" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keon" 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.