Kanon
boy name#3757 in 2025Kanon entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #1369 in 2015, ranks #3757 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
#3757
rank today
#1369
peak (2015)
29
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4441 |
| 1980s | #5459 |
| 1990s | #6078 |
| 2000s | #3191 |
| 2010s | #1938 |
| 2020s | #2851 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kanon has been most popular in TX, CA, LA.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Kanon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kanon is a kid of about 10 — 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 Kanon in 2025?
- Kanon ranks #3757 among US boy names in 2025, with 29 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kanon most popular?
- Kanon peaked in 2015, reaching #1369 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kanon with classmates?
- Kanon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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