Kaan
2025 SSA
About Kaan
Kaan is a masculine name with Turkish origins, carrying significant meaning as it traditionally translates to 'ruler,' 'king,' or 'leader.' The name has historical connections to various Turkic cultures across Central Asia and the Middle East. In addition to its Turkish usage, Kaan relates to historical titles like 'Khan,' used by Mongol and Turkic rulers throughout history. The name's simplicity, combined with its powerful meaning, has maintained its appeal in Turkey and Turkish diaspora communities. Kaan offers a contemporary sound while connecting to ancient traditions. With its strong consonants and straightforward pronunciation, the name projects strength and authority while remaining accessible internationally.
Pronounced KAHN.
As of October 2026, Kaan ranked #3344 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2987 in 2005.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,419 | 32 | 16.7 |
| 2015 | #3,114 | 37 | 19.3 |
| 2016 | #3,086 | 38 | 20 |
| 2017 | #3,482 | 32 | 17.3 |
| 2018 | #3,022 | 39 | 21.5 |
| 2019 | #3,076 | 39 | 21.7 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | #4,065 | 26 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | #3,938 | 28 | 16 |
| 2023 | #3,753 | 30 | 17.5 |
| 2024 | #3,723 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2025 | #3,344 | 35 | 20.5 |
World rankings
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