Kanan
Kanan is a boy's name of Indian origin.
Meaning
Forest, grove, or jungle.
Origin and history
Kanan is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'forest' or 'grove'. It also appears as a place name in various cultures and has gained visibility in pop culture via media franchises like Star Wars. In the United States, its usage has grown significantly in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,809 babies in the United States have been named Kanan since 1880. It ranks #3011 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1048.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.3 %)
- TX (11.8 %)
- FL (7.2 %)
- NC (7.1 %)
- GA (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 77 |
| 2000-2010 | 112 |
| 2010-2019 | 553 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,067 |
Famous people named Kanan
- Kanan Gill: Comedian, Actor
Fun facts
- In classic Sanskrit literature, Kanan refers to a lush forest or wood.
- The name gained widespread recognition through the fictional character Kanan Jarrus in Star Wars Rebels.
- More than half of all recorded U.S. births for the name Kanan have occurred since 2020.