Cannon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-un / /ˈkæn.ən/English; Irish
Meaning
English: 'a large cannon'; Irish: 'descendant of the warrior'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cannon has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it refers to a type of artillery, symbolizing strength and power. In Irish, it is derived from the surname Ó Canann, indicating lineage from a warrior. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a given name for boys.
Trend Summary
Cannon has seen a steady increase in popularity as a boy's name in the United States over the past two decades.
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International Variants
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Famous people named Cannon
Cannon Hinnant was a young boy whose tragic death gained national attention in the United States.
Cannon Smith is a notable American entrepreneur known for his contributions to the tech industry.
Fictional characters named Cannon
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cannon was first seen in the United States in 1904. Cannon has ranked as high as #816 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Tennessee, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Cannon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cannon (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 47 | |
CA | 27 | |
GA | 23 | |
NC | 22 | |
FL | 15 | |
TN | 14 | |
IL | 13 | |
UT | 12 | |
OK | 11 | |
MO | 10 | |
VA | 10 | |
WA | 10 | |
AL | 10 | |
AZ | 8 | |
MS | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1904 | 6 |
1916 | 5 |
1918 | 6 |
1919 | 6 |
1920 | 7 |
1922 | 5 |
1926 | 8 |
1927 | 5 |
1946 | 5 |
1950 | 7 |
1953 | 6 |
1962 | 5 |
1968 | 5 |
1969 | 12 |
1970 | 12 |
1971 | 14 |
1972 | 21 |
1973 | 21 |
1974 | 10 |
1975 | 9 |
1976 | 7 |
1977 | 14 |
1978 | 8 |
1979 | 8 |
1980 | 13 |
1981 | 11 |
1982 | 7 |
1983 | 10 |
1984 | 15 |
1985 | 13 |
1986 | 13 |
1987 | 13 |
1988 | 16 |
1989 | 16 |
1990 | 28 |
1991 | 23 |
1992 | 24 |
1993 | 21 |
1994 | 59 |
1995 | 54 |
1996 | 78 |
1997 | 73 |
1998 | 81 |
1999 | 95 |
2000 | 119 |
2001 | 127 |
2002 | 130 |
2003 | 191 |
2004 | 213 |
2005 | 257 |
2006 | 263 |
2007 | 315 |
2008 | 385 |
2009 | 400 |
2010 | 414 |
2011 | 493 |
2012 | 492 |
2013 | 491 |
2014 | 509 |
2015 | 473 |
2016 | 531 |
2017 | 505 |
2018 | 521 |
2019 | 565 |
2020 | 522 |
2021 | 580 |
2022 | 469 |
2023 | 431 |
2024 | 331 |