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BoyPronounced English /ˈkeɪ.nən/

Canaan

A name meaning "low, humble".

Quick answer

Canaan is a boy name meaning "low, humble".

Pronunciation: English /ˈkeɪ.nən/.

GenderBoy
Meaninglow, humble
PronunciationEnglish /ˈkeɪ.nən/

Meaning and history

From כְּנַעַן (Kenaʿan), the Hebrew name of the ancient region of Canaan, which was possibly derived from a root meaning "low, humble". In the Old Testament this is the name of a son of Ham. He is said to be the ancestor and namesake of the Canaanite peoples.

Notes and context

Usage: biblical | Ancient Hebrew: כְּנַעַן