The surname 'Keene 'may have historical usage in England, but its specific origins are not definitively established in the provided evidence. The name 'Keenan, 'which is Irish, is often confused with 'Keene. 'meaning "new" or "young. " It was often used to identify someone who was new to a place or who was young. Over time, the name has evolved through various spellings and has been found in several countries, including the United States.
