KAAN

Kaan is a male given name of Turkish origin. It is derived from the Turkic title khagan, meaning ruler or emperor, a term historically used by rulers of the steppe. In Turkish orthography the standard form is Kağan, which uses the letter ğ to indicate a lengthened vowel. In many non-Turkish contexts the name is rendered as Kaan, a spelling that preserves the long “aa” sound.

Variants of the name include Kağan and Kagan in some contexts, reflecting different transliteration practices. The name is widely used in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities, and it has spread with the Turkish diaspora. It is typically given to boys and is not associated with a specific region within Turkey.

Cultural usage of the name mirrors its broad popularity in contemporary Turkish life, where it appears across various public spheres, including sports, arts, and academia. The name’s historic resonance with leadership and nobility contributes to its favorable perception in Turkish-speaking societies.

See also: Khan, Khagan.