The name Konan, of Japanese origin, is a unique and striking choice for a child's name. Derived from the Japanese word 'ko', meaning light, and 'nan', meaning sound, it carries a sense of brightness and harmony. Konan is also known to have been used in Japan as an alternative spelling of the more common name Kona, which can mean 'healthy' or 'prosperous'. While not widely recognized outside of Japan, this name offers an exotic touch for parents looking for something different.
"The name Konan experienced its first peak popularity between 1972 and 1992 with five births each year. It saw a significant rise in 2021 with fifteen births, followed by another spike in 2023 with eighteen births."