The baby name Kagan is a boy name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "KAY-gun".
Kagan is a name of Turkish origin, meaning "ruler" or "king." It is a popular surname in Turkey and Central Asia, but is also used as a first name in some cultures. The name has gained popularity in the United States in recent years, particularly among Jewish families, as it is a common surname in Jewish communities.
The name Kagan has a strong masculine connotation and is typically used for boys. It is pronounced KAY-gan, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is composed of two syllables, with the first syllable "ka" meaning "lord" or "ruler" and the second syllable "gan" meaning "prince" or "king."
The name Kagan has a rich history and cultural significance. In Turkish and Central Asian cultures, it is often used as a surname to denote a person of high social status or nobility. In Jewish communities, the name is often associated with the Kaganate of Khazaria, a medieval Jewish state that existed in the Caucasus region. The name has also been used by several notable figures throughout history, including the Turkish politician and diplomat Sadık Ahmet Kagan, and the American legal scholar and Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan.
Kagan has the following similar or variant Names
- Kagen |
- Kaganovich |
- Kaganovsky |
- Kagani |
- Kaganovskyi |
- Kaganovskyj |
- Kaganovskykh
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