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Hakan
Pronounced HAH-kahn /ˈhɑ.kɑn/Medium
Meaning: From Turkish hakan, 'a sovereign ruler, an emperor, a khan of khans'; also the Scandinavian Håkan, 'the high/chosen son' (Old Norse); routes layeredLow
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History & Origin
Hakan comes from Turkish hakan, 'a sovereign ruler, an emperor, the khan of khans' (a Central Asian imperial title) — and is also the Scandinavian Håkan, from Old Norse, 'the high/chosen son' (borne by Norwegian kings; routes layered, which we note). A strong, regal name across Turkey and the Nordic world (said 'HAH-kahn'; nickname Hak).
In the U.S. it appears in Turkish and Scandinavian families. Rare, a-ruler-or-the-high-son at the root, and regal.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Hakan mean?
Hakan is Turkish for 'a sovereign ruler, a khan of khans', and Norse Håkan 'the high son'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Hakan?
It's said HAH-kahn /ˈhɑ.kɑn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Hakan a boy or girl name?
Hakan is a boy's name.
How popular is Hakan?
Hakan is a rare name in the U.S.