Kannan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Kannan Name at a Glance

Name	Kannan
Meaning	A Form of Krishna.
Origin	Sanskrit
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Kannan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Kannan means “A Form of Krishna”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Kannan Name Origin

Our database records Kannan under Sanskrit origin. Browse more Sanskrit baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Kannan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Kannan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Kannan

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