Canon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-un / /ˈkænən/English; Latin
Meaning
English: a rule or standard; Latin: a canon or church law
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Canon has roots in both English and Latin. In English, it is derived from the word 'canon,' which refers to a general rule or standard. In a religious context, it relates to church law or a body of principles. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
The name Canon has seen a rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Canon was first seen in the United States in 1971. Canon has ranked as high as #1243 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Canon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Canon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| NC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 41 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 61 |
| 2003 | 79 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2005 | 87 |
| 2006 | 104 |
| 2007 | 99 |
| 2008 | 109 |
| 2009 | 106 |
| 2010 | 108 |
| 2011 | 120 |
| 2012 | 117 |
| 2013 | 100 |
| 2014 | 127 |
| 2015 | 86 |
| 2016 | 89 |
| 2017 | 113 |
| 2018 | 115 |
| 2019 | 129 |
| 2020 | 114 |
| 2021 | 98 |
| 2022 | 112 |
| 2023 | 86 |
| 2024 | 82 |