Kahane
ka-hane,
kaha-ne
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Priest
Kahane is a masculine moniker that began as an occupational last name with Yiddish, Hebrew, and Aramaic roots. As a variant of Cohen and stemming from the word kahana, Kahane means "priest" and is normally reserved for this specific caste in Jewish tradition. Those who bear the last names Kahane, Cohen, Kohen, and other spelling variants are said to descend from Aaron, the first Jewish priest. When choosing a name like Kahane, it's important to consider this ancient significance.
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House of Names, Kahane History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Family Search, Kahane Family History
Britannica, cohen, Jewish priest, May 2015
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