Kanan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-nan / /ˈkeɪnən/Hebrew; Irish
Meaning
Hebrew: possession; Irish: ancient
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Kanan is associated with the concept of possession or land, often linked to the biblical land of Canaan. In Irish culture, it is derived from the Gaelic name Cianán, meaning 'ancient' or 'long-lasting'.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Canaan
- Kanan
International Variants
- Cianán (Irish)
- Kanaan (Dutch)
Famous people named Kanan
Kanan Malhotra — Indian actor.
Kanan Gill — Indian comedian.
Fictional characters named Kanan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kanan was first seen in the United States in 1991. Kanan has ranked as high as #1168 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kanan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kanan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 20 | |
| CA | 14 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| LA | 9 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| SC | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 67 |
| 2017 | 102 |
| 2018 | 160 |
| 2019 | 128 |
| 2020 | 102 |
| 2021 | 162 |
| 2022 | 225 |
| 2023 | 198 |
| 2024 | 184 |