The name Keenan is primarily a male name of Irish origin that means Descendant Of The Fair Child. Keenen Ivory Wayans, actor/director.

What does name Keenan means?

SHARE. An Anglicized version of the Irish name Cianán, which comes from Cian, meaning "ancient." The "-án" suffix means "little," so the name basically means "little ancient one." Your little Keenan is going to be wise beyond his years!

What does the name Keenan mean in the Bible?

Meaning & History

Possibly means "possession" in Hebrew. He is a son of Enosh and a great-grandson of Adam in the Old Testament.