Meaning: A Maya royal name; possibly serpent star or four star
The story
Canek represents Kan Ek’, a name associated with Itza Maya rulers. Its elements have more than one proposed reading, so “serpent star” is a possible interpretation rather than a settled translation.
Spellings & variants
- Kan Ek'
- Kanek
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Canek comes from Maya.
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