Kinan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kinan has Arabic origins, meaning 'cover' or 'protection'. It has evolved linguistically from its Arabic roots to include Latinized forms. Kinan is often associated with strength and has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among Arabic speakers. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Kinan is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kinan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kinan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11564th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4388th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kinan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kinan"
Pronunciation
/kɪˈnɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Kinan is derived from the Arabic word 'kinan', which means 'cover' or 'protection'.
Meaning
Cover, protection
Language Evolution
Kinan (Arabic), Kinanus (Latinized form)
Historical Usage
The name Kinan has been used in various Arabic-speaking cultures and has gained some recognition in Western societies in recent years.
Variants & Derivatives
Kinanah, Kinanis
Modern Popularity & Image
Kinan is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and protection.
Famous People
Kinan Azmeh, a Syrian clarinetist and composer., Kinan Shakir, an emerging artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kinan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kinan"
"Kinan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11564th of 24088 | 62 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4388th of 23106 | 277 |
Regional Popularity of "Kinan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.55% 2532nd/3984 |
61.62% 2765th/4487 |
- |
46.73% 2933rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kinan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kinan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kinan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.