Keani
Keani is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,067 in the US, popular nicknames include Kea, Key, and Keaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Keani first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 509 babies have been named Keani in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keani is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,067 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,067
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Also a Boy Name
Keani is also used as a boy name, ranked #32339.
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About the Name Keani
Keani is a girl name .
Is Keani a boy or girl name? Keani is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #22,067 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #32,339. Keani is more commonly used as a girl name.
Keani is currently ranked #22,067 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Keani include Kea, Key, and Keaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis