Canan
boy name#9714 in 2025Canan entered the US charts in 1995, peaked at #5770 in 2018, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1995–2025
#9714
rank today
#5770
peak (2018)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #6992 |
| 2000s | #8310 |
| 2010s | #9617 |
| 2020s | #10217 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Canan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Canan is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Canan in 2025?
- Canan ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Canan most popular?
- Canan peaked in 2018, reaching #5770 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Canan with classmates?
- Canan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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