Canyon
boy name#1602 in 2025Canyon entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #1001 in 2003, ranks #1602 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1972–2025
#1602
rank today
#1001
peak (2003)
106
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4577 |
| 1980s | #5724 |
| 1990s | #2388 |
| 2000s | #1223 |
| 2010s | #1477 |
| 2020s | #1390 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Canyon has been most popular in TX, UT, CA.
Living bearers
About 3,800 people named Canyon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Canyon alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Canyon in 2025?
- Canyon ranks #1602 among US boy names in 2025, with 106 babies given the name.
- When was the name Canyon most popular?
- Canyon peaked in 2003, reaching #1001 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Canyon with classmates?
- Canyon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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