Canaan is a masculine name with origins that can be traced back to ancient times. It is pronounced as KAY-nən (/ˈkeɪnən/) in both American English and British English. This name also has a variation, Kanan, which adds an alternative option for parents looking for a slightly different twist on the name. In terms of popularity, Canaan has seen some fluctuations over the years in the United States. It reached its peak in 2017 when it ranked 745th among newborn boys. However, it still maintains a moderate level of usage, consistently appearing in the top 1000 names list since 1995.
Canaan Sodindo Banana was the first President of Zimbabwe and a prominent Methodist minister, theologian, and politician. |