Keanu

Meaning of Keanu

Keanu breezes in from the Hawaiian islands, where it poetically means “cool breeze over the mountains,” and that laid-back image fits the name’s vibe perfectly. Thanks to the enduring charisma of actor Keanu Reeves—Hollywood’s resident nice guy turned action legend—this four-syllable charmer carries a dash of star power without feeling showy. In the U.S., Keanu has hovered in the mid-hundreds for three decades, a sweet spot that keeps it recognizable yet far from overused; parents get both familiarity and freshness in one package. Pronounced kee-AH-noo in English and keh-AH-noo in Hawaiian, it rolls off the tongue like a gentle trade wind and lends itself to cool nicknames like Key or K. For families hunting for a name that blends island calm, cinematic flair, and just the right amount of rarity, Keanu might be the breeze that settles the search.