Kannan
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- A Form Of Krishna. KAPIL
- Origin
- Indian
Kannan Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 328 baby boys have been named Kannan. The name peaked in 2018 with 26 US births that year (rank #4054). In 2024, ranked #6623 nationally — 2,569 places below its 2018 peak.
Top States for Kannan
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Kannan births are: Georgia (5).
Other Indian-Origin Names Like Kannan
If you like Kannan's Indian origin, consider these related names: Aahan, Aaleahya, Aanjay, Aarthi, Aarush. Browse all Indian names →
6-Letter Names Starting with K
Names with Kannan's exact length and starting letter: Kaaria, Kaarle, Kaarlo, Kabaka, Kadian.
Quick Facts About Kannan
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Compare Kannan to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Kannan against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).