US Popularity:20973
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Celtic, Czech, Slavic
Meaning:Cathan's son; Little battler; Warrior; Battle; Lamp; Light
With a name like Kahan, you know your little bundle of joy’s impact will be here forever. Boasting strong Irish roots, Kahan is thought to have stemmed from the Gaelic surname O Cathain, meaning "Cathan’s son." A fitting choice for your fearless little leader, it also has the definition of "little battler," "warrior," and "battle." Some might recognize it from American singer-songwriter Noah Kahan, who can help remind baby “You're Gonna Go Far.” Kahan is also believed to have Celtic, Slavic, and Czech roots, with meanings of "lamp" or "light," honoring baby's bright radiance.

How Popular Is The Name Kahan?

U.S. Births

Overall:Kahan is currently #20973 in U.S. births
Boy:Kahan is currently #10176 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
#10176
in 2025
- 2183
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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