pelikan

Pelikan is the German word for pelican, a large waterbird known for its long bill and distinctive throat pouch. The term is also used internationally as a brand name and in reference to a company that produces writing instruments and art supplies.

Pelikan AG is a German manufacturer renowned for fountain pens, ballpoint pens, inks, and markers. With a long history in the stationery industry, Pelikan products are marketed to both professionals and hobbyists and are distributed worldwide. The brand is particularly associated with quality inks for fountain pens and a range of writing implements that emphasize traditional design and craftsmanship.

The Pelikan brand is typically identified by its logo, which features a pelican image, and by branding that highlights heritage and reliability. In addition to consumer writing instruments, Pelikan supplies refills and related accessories for schools, offices, and artists.

Outside of branding, Pelikan is also the German word for pelican and may appear in other cultural or linguistic contexts. In common usage, it most often refers to the pen and ink company as well as the bird itself.