Keian
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Keian first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 362 babies have been named Keian in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Keian is past its peak , currently ranked #14,381 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,381
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Old High German origin
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Vietnamese/Sino-Vietnamese origin
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#14,537 in US
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About the Name Keian
Keian is a boy name .
Keian is currently ranked #14,381 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Keian include Kei, Key, Keie, and Keikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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