Kanna
Kanna Meaning & Origin
About Kanna
The surname Kanna is of Japanese origin and has multiple meanings. One interpretation is that it is derived from the Japanese word "kanna," which means "plane" or "woodworking plane." This suggests that the surname may have originally been given to individuals who were skilled in woodworking or carpentry. Another possible meaning is that it is derived from the Japanese word "kanna," which means "reed" or "cane." This could indicate that the surname was given to individuals who lived near or worked with reeds or canes. Overall, the surname Kanna is likely to have originated from occupational or geographical associations.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Kanna is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Kanna: 181
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 99,845
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.06
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kanna based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Kanna is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Kanna in Braille
Here's how to represent Kanna in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Kanna using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Kanna using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
