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Origin: Indian

Meaning: Black, dark

Kannan is a boy’s name of Tamil origin, meaning “black, dark.” It’s a variant of Krishna, a cherished deity in the Hindu faith. The meaning of this name comes from Krishna often being depicted with dark blue skin. It’s mainly used in Southern India and Sri Lanka. Kannan twinkles like a star in an inky dark night sky and is a fitting choice if you’d like to embrace and share your faith with baby.