Cansu
Fact sheet
- Name
- Cansu
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The Turkish first name Cansu, used for girls, can be translated into English as 'the water of life', 'the life water', 'the elixir of life', or more broadly as 'the water from much love'. The roots of the name trace back to Old Persian.
What does the name Cansu mean?
Cansu is a female Turkish first name that translates into English as 'the water of life', 'the life water', 'the elixir of life', or more freely as 'the water from much love'. The name consists of the Old Persian and Old Turkish elements can (جان), which means 'the life', 'the soul', 'the water', or 'the juice', and su (صو), which means 'the water' or 'the juice'. Over 1000 years ago, in Bulgaria, girls and women named 'Cansu' were referred to as 'the angels of water'. In colloquial Turkish, 'Cansu' refers to the water used to water newly planted trees. The name can also appear as a surname. In rare forms, the variants Cansun, Xhansu, or Tzansou can be found.
Where does the name Cansu come from?
Cansu is a female first name whose etymology is rooted in Old Persian and Old Turkish and carries the meaning 'the water of life'.
How do you pronounce Cansu?
The sound and pronunciation of Cansu are clear and two-syllable. In German pronunciation, the name is usually pronounced as 'Dschan-su' [ˈdʒansu]. It begins with a voiced onset that conveys energy. The short 'u' at the end adds a certain roundness to the sound and ensures a gentle conclusion. This makes Cansu appear modern and lively – compact, friendly, and sonically balanced.
When is the name day of Cansu?
The name day for Cansu is celebrated on November 15.
Popularity
In Germany, Cansu is among the relatively sought-after girls' names and currently ranks 1,333rd on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2010 when it reached 372nd place. In the past ten years, Cansu has been given as a first name about 430 times, placing it 947th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 843rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Caca / Cadu / Can / Canansuh / Cani / Cano / Canoooo / Cans / Cansi / Cansou / Cansuka / Cansuyu / Canu / Canui / Casu / Cazu / Chanchü / Cinsu / Kansu / Su
Similar first names
Famous people
- Cansu Dere (Model, Actress)
- Cansu Koc (Singer)
- Cansu Koksal (Basketball Player)
- Cansu Tosun (Actress, Model)
- Cansu Yağ (* 1990), Turkish Footballer)
- Cansu Yag (Footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Cansu
What does the name Cansu mean?
Cansu is a Turkish first name that means 'the water of life', 'the elixir of life', or in a free interpretation 'the water from much love'. The name combines the Old Persian and Old Turkish elements for 'life' and 'water'.
Where does the name Cansu come from?
Cansu has its roots in Old Persian and Old Turkish. The word parts consist of can, which means 'the life' or 'the soul', and su, which means 'the water'.
How popular is the name Cansu?
Cansu is a popular female first name in Turkey and is frequently given. It also has a cultural significance associated with nature and life.