Cannan
boy name#12008 in 2025Cannan entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #4020 in 2020, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1998–2025
#12008
rank today
#4020
peak (2020)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8479 |
| 2000s | #9019 |
| 2010s | #7299 |
| 2020s | #7896 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Cannan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cannan is a kid of about 9 — 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 Cannan in 2025?
- Cannan ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cannan most popular?
- Cannan peaked in 2020, reaching #4020 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cannan with classmates?
- Cannan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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