unisex name · sanskrit origin
Kanaka
/ KUH-nuh-kah /
Meaning
Kanaka means gold (sanskrit).
Gender
Unisex
Origin
sanskrit
Pronunciation
KUH-nuh-kah
What does Kanaka mean?
From Sanskrit 'kanaka' (कनक), whose primary meaning is 'gold'. Literal metal sense. (An unrelated Greenlandic 'Kanak' meaning 'upper tent pole' is a separate homograph.)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kanaka mean?
Kanaka means gold. From Sanskrit 'kanaka' (कनक), whose primary meaning is 'gold'. Literal metal sense. (An unrelated Greenlandic 'Kanak' meaning 'upper tent pole' is a separate homograph.)
What is the origin of the name Kanaka?
Kanaka is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Kanaka?
Kanaka is pronounced “KUH-nuh-kah.”
Is Kanaka a boy or a girl name?
Kanaka is most commonly used as a unisex name.
What names are similar to Kanaka?
Names similar to Kanaka include Chandra, Hiranya, Naga, Rupa.
What names go well with Kanaka?
sanskrit names that pair well with Kanaka include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.