Kannen
Meaning of Kannen
Kannen is a fresh-sounding name of Dutch origin that carries a quiet promise of “ability” – a subtle nod to the same root as the German können, meaning “to be able.” In Dutch it drifts off the tongue as KAH-nuhn, while in English it’s crisply rendered as KAN-en, making it equally at home in Amsterdam or Atlanta. Despite its grown-up gravitas, Kannen has a playful spark, like a little vessel setting sail on a big adventure, and it’s just rare enough to feel special: in 2024 only six boys in the U.S. were given the name (ranking it 918th), a testament to its discreet charm. For parents seeking something worldly yet warm, timeless yet never overdone, Kannen strikes that perfect balance between familiar comfort and spirited originality.
Pronunciation
Dutch
- Pronunced as KAH-nuhn (/'kaː.nən/)
English
- Pronunced as KAN-en (/'kæn.ən/)
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