# What Does the Name Keanu Mean?

Keanu is a boy name of Hawaiian origin. It means “cool breeze”.

**Origin:** Hawaiian

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** kay-AH-noo

The name Keanu comes from Hawaiian roots, where it carries the meaning “cool breeze”. It is pronounced kay-AH-noo.

Is Keanu a boy or girl name? Keanu is traditionally used as a boy name.

## More Hawaiian names

- [**Koa**warrior](/baby-name-koa-meaning/)
- [**Alana**beautiful, fair](/baby-name-alana-meaning/)
- [**Nalani**the heavens](/baby-name-nalani-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Keanu?

Keanu means “cool breeze”. It is a name of Hawaiian origin.

### What origin is the name Keanu?

Keanu is of Hawaiian origin.

### Is Keanu a boy or girl name?

Keanu is traditionally a boy name.