The name Cahan is a girl's name meaning "world".

Derived from the Persian masculine name, Jahan, in Azerbaijan, it is used as a feminine name and ranks in the Top 100 names for girls. 
 
It coincides with the Irish name Cahan deriving from a powerful medieval family, the O'Cahans. It is sometimes Anglisized as Keane.

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Cahan is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the Irish surname Ó Catháin (O'Kane), meaning 'descendant of Cathán,' with Cathán being a diminutive of 'cath' meaning 'battle.' Alternatively, it could be connected to the Hebrew name Cohen, meaning 'priest,' which designates descendants of the biblical Aaron. The name may also relate to the word 'cahan' in some Slavic languages, referring to someone noble or chief-like. As a given name, Cahan remains relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality. Its short, strong sound with emphasis on the first syllable gives it a bold, memorable quality. The name's cross-cultural connections make it appealing to parents seeking a name with depth and international resonance while remaining concise and straightforward.

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