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Kenan Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "kenan" is "possibly derived from the hebrew name qayin, meaning 'possessed' or 'acquisition'", and is used often for "boys".

Name
kenan
Meaning
possibly derived from the hebrew name qayin, meaning 'possessed' or 'acquisition'
Pronunciation
kee-nan
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Kenan Name Details

Kenan is a biblical name mentioned in the Old Testament as the grandson of Adam and the father of Mahalalel. It is also a name of several prominent figures in various cultures throughout history.

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Anderson (AN-der-sun)
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Pinkesh (PIN-kesh)
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Muzaynah (moo-zahy-nuh)
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Zartash (zar-tash)
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Eddith (EH-dith)
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Shrimala (shree-mah-lah)
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Shriyadita (shree-yuh-dee-tuh)
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Andre (AHN-dray)
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Adriaan (AH-dree-ahn)
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Kathyayini (kath-yah-yi-nee)
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Haylee (HAY-lee)
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Buhthah (Bu-thah)