Kannan

Kannan is a British surname of Scottish origin, derived from the Old Gaelic personal name 'Cana' meaning "wolf cub." The name has its roots in ancient Scotland and is commonly found among families originating from the Highlands.

The surname Kannan has been passed down through generations and has a rich history within Scottish culture. Families bearing this surname often take great pride in their heritage and ancestral connections.

Over time, individuals with the surname Kannan have dispersed geographically, leading to a diverse representation of the name throughout the United Kingdom and beyond. Today, descendants of the Kannan family can be found in various parts of the world, contributing to the global diaspora of people with Scottish roots.

The surname Kannan serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of Scottish ancestry and the preservation of cultural identity among families that bear this name. Through the preservation of family traditions and the passing down of stories from one generation to the next, the Kannan surname continues to hold significant meaning for those who proudly bear it.

There are approximately 457 people named Kannan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Kannan.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Arvind
  • Krishnan
  • Kumar
  • Prakash
  • Prasanna
  • Raja
  • Rajesh
  • Ramesh
  • Ravi
  • Sriram
  • Suresh

Female

  • Agnes
  • Angela
  • Bhavani
  • Chandra
  • Geetha
  • Kalyani
  • Kavitha
  • Padma
  • Priya
  • Ramya
  • Renuka
  • Srividya
  • Thanu
  • Tharini
  • Uma

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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