The nameCan

Can is a Turkish boy's name.

Meaning

From the Turkish can, "soul, life".

Origin

Turkish.

History

In France it was mostly given in the 1990s and 2000s.

Popularity of the name Can

Can in France

5542ndmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1999peak year (45 births)
625babies named Can in France since 1900
02345 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Can was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 240 births over the decade, 38% of all recorded babies named Can. Its rise began around 1977, and it peaked in 1999. Half of all babies named Can in France were born before 2002.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Can mean?

From the Turkish can, "soul, life".

What is the origin of the name Can?

Turkish.

Is Can a girl's or a boy's name?

Can is a boy's name.