Caennaise

Caennaise is the feminine demonym for a resident of Caen, a city in the Normandy region of northern France. The masculine form is Caennais, and together they form the standard pair used to indicate origin from Caen. The plural forms are Caennais (masculine) and Caennaises (feminine).

In use, Caennaise designates a female inhabitant of Caen; for males, Caennais is used, and in mixed groups the masculine form is commonly employed. The term can also function as an adjective related to Caen, as in caennaise culture or caennaise cuisine, though it is more typical to encounter such phrases with the noun form when referring to people.

Caen is a historic city in Normandy, founded in antiquity and long associated with the Duchy of Normandy. It contains notable landmarks such as the Abbaye aux Hommes, the Abbaye aux Dames, and the Château de Caen. The city has a strong educational presence, with universities and research institutions, and it plays a continuing role in regional culture, economy, and tourism. Caennaise culture and identity thus reflect a blend of medieval heritage and modern urban life in Normandy.