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Canna Pronunciation

Canna is pronounced KAN-uh /ˈkæn.ə/High

Meaning: A reed; the canna lilyHigh

In 30 seconds: A crisp botanical name from the canna lily, rooted in the Latin and Greek word for a reed or cane.
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Origin HighLatin, Greek
MeaningA reed; the canna lily
U.S. rank (2016)#16741 ↗ Rising
2016 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 68

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200720032016

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Canna comes from Latin canna, 'a reed or cane' (from Greek kanna), the source of the bold tropical canna lily's name.

Short and bright, Canna sits among the lesser-known flower names revived for its clean, two-beat sound.

Did you know? The canna lily isn't a true lily at all — its closest plant relatives are gingers and bananas.
Overall data confidence 83%
Wiktionary — canna — Latin reed etymology

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How do you pronounce Canna?

Canna is pronounced KAN-uh (/ˈkæn.ə/). Press play above to hear Canna said aloud.

How do you say Canna?

Canna is said KAN-uh (/ˈkæn.ə/). Press play above to hear Canna said aloud.

What does the name Canna mean?

Canna is of Latin origin and means 'a reed, the canna lily'.

Is Canna a boy or girl name?

Canna is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Canna?

Canna is a very rare flower name in the U.S..

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