Chan Name Meaning & Origin
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The name 'Chan' is common in East Asia, particularly in Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean cultures. In Chinese, 'Chan' (禅) relates to meditation or Zen Buddhism, and it can also be a surname. In Vietnamese, 'Chân' (sometimes anglicized as 'Chan') is a surname and given name. In Korea, 'Chan' can be a transliteration of a Korean surname or given name.
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Chinese (Han) 60% -
Vietnamese (Viet) 30% -
Korean (Korean) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Chan
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Male
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Chan Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.