Keen
Boy nameKeen has been given to 186 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It peaked in 2011.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
186
Peak year
2011 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1998
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Keen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Keen.
Sibling name ideas for Keen
Same era and popularity as Keen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Keen?
Keen has been given to 186 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Keen peak?
Keen peaked in 2011, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Keen a girl or boy name?
Keen is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Keen are boys).
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