Kenaan
Kenaan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Canaan; the land of Canaan”.
| Meaning | Canaan; the land of Canaan |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Canaan) |
| Arabic spelling | كنعان |
| Pronunciation | ken-AAN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kenaan
Kenaan is a spelling of Kanʿān, the Arabic name for Canaan, the ancient land of the Levant. In Islamic tradition Kanʿān is also the name given to the son of Noah who refused to board the ark, though the Quran does not name him. As a modern name it is popular in Palestine, Syria and Turkey (as Kenan).
Is Kenaan a Muslim name?
Yes. Kenaan is used by Muslim families, especially in the Levant and Turkey, as a form of Kanan.
Where is the name Kenaan used?
Used in Palestine, Syria and Turkey.
Gifts with the name Kenaan
- Kenaan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Kenaan baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kenaan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kenaan mean?
Kenaan means 'Canaan; the land of Canaan'. It comes from Arabic (Canaan).
Is Kenaan a Muslim name?
Yes. Kenaan is used by Muslim families, especially in the Levant and Turkey, as a form of Kanan.
How do you write Kenaan in Arabic?
Kenaan is written كنعان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kenaan?
Kenaan is pronounced ken-AAN.