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Keane vs Ivor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keane

Boy #6,592 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish cían

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,592
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Ivor

Boy #6,521 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"yew bow warrior, bow army"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Welsh British Scandinavian Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,521
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Keane Rank #6,592
Ivor Rank #6,521

Ivor is more popular, ranked #6521 vs #6592 for Keane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keane or Ivor more popular?

Ivor is more popular, ranked #6521 compared to Keane at #6592 in the United States.

What do Keane and Ivor mean?

Keane means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish cían origin). Ivor means "yew bow warrior, bow army" (Old Norse origin).

Are Keane and Ivor boy or girl names?

Keane is primarily a boy name. Ivor is primarily a boy name.

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