Kannan
k(an)-nan
US Popularity:8997
Origin:Indian
Meaning:Black, dark
Kannan is a boy’s name of Tamil origin, meaning “black, dark.” It’s a variant of Krishna, a cherished deity in the Hindu faith. The meaning of this name comes from Krishna often being depicted with dark blue skin. It’s mainly used in Southern India and Sri Lanka. Kannan twinkles like a star in an inky dark night sky and is a fitting choice if you’d like to embrace and share your faith with baby.
How Popular Is The Name Kannan?
U.S. Births
Overall:Kannan is currently #8997 in U.S. births
Boy:Kannan is currently #4259 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#4259
in 2023
+ 361
from 2022
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