Will my child share the name Keanu with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 50 UK babies named Keanu per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Keanu in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Keanu becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Keanu has been declining in UK popularity, dropping 215 places in the last five years. Its peak was #496 in 2020. Choosing it now means he is likely to be among the last of his generation with this name.

Is Keanu popular in the US as well as the UK?

Keanu is more popular in the US (#632) than in the UK (#711). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.

Is Keanu a popular baby name in the United States?

Keanu ranks #632 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.

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👦 Boy's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #711

Keanu

Keanu is a distinctive choice, ranked #711 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Keanu in their class.

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UK Rank 2024

#711

US Rank #632

About the Name Keanu

Keanu has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 215 places in five years. It was most popular in 2020 at #496 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Keanu is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.

In the US it ranks even higher at #632, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.