Meaning & Story
An Irish surname-turned-given name meaning 'battle' or 'fighter' in Gaelic — sharp, strong, and carrying Celtic warrior spirit.
Keane is a name that sounds as sharp as its meaning. In Irish, it derives from the Gaelic 'cian' meaning ancient or 'ceann' meaning head, but colloquially it carries the sense of battle-readiness. The famous Irish rock band Keane brought the name to wider cultural awareness, adding musical associations to the already strong character. On a male pet, it has a clean, athletic quality — the name of a dog who is fast, focused, and entirely capable of taking care of himself. Celtic cool with genuine edge.