Keene
Pronunciation: [ k-EEN ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Keene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 422 babies have been named Keene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keene is past its peak , currently ranked #20,359 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,359
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Keene
Keene is a boy name .
Keene is currently ranked #20,359 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Keene include Kee, Key, Keie, and Keekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Keene include Keenan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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