The nameHakan
Hakan is a boy's name common in Turkey, meaning "sovereign". It is also a Scandinavian name.
- Boy's name
- Turkish or Scandinavian
Meaning
In Turkish, Hakan means "sovereign, emperor", like the title khan. The Scandinavian Håkan comes from a quite different name, Hakon.
Origin
Turkish or Scandinavian, depending on the family.
History
The name has been given steadily in France since the 1990s.
Popularity of the name Hakan
Hakan in France
Hakan was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 510 births over the decade, 32% of all recorded babies named Hakan. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 2000. Half of all babies named Hakan in France were born before 1996.
Variants and related names
Hakan in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hakan mean?
In Turkish, Hakan means "sovereign, emperor", like the title khan. The Scandinavian Håkan comes from a quite different name, Hakon.
What is the origin of the name Hakan?
Turkish or Scandinavian, depending on the family.
Is Hakan a girl's or a boy's name?
Hakan is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Hakan?
Variants and related names of Hakan include Haakon.