Canyon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-yun / /ˈkæn.jən/English; Spanish
Meaning
English: a deep ravine; Spanish: a geographical feature
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Canyon is derived from the English word for a deep, narrow valley. It is often associated with natural landscapes and has gained popularity as a given name in the United States. The term itself comes from the Spanish 'cañón', which means 'tube' or 'pipe', referring to the shape of the valley. The name reflects a connection to nature and the outdoors.
Trend Summary
Canyon has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Canyon was first seen in the United States in 1972. Canyon has ranked as high as #1196 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, Utah, California, Arizona, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Canyon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Canyon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| UT | 14 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| KY | 5 | |
| OK | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 44 |
| 1995 | 62 |
| 1996 | 63 |
| 1997 | 88 |
| 1998 | 90 |
| 1999 | 90 |
| 2000 | 100 |
| 2001 | 97 |
| 2002 | 101 |
| 2003 | 158 |
| 2004 | 155 |
| 2005 | 145 |
| 2006 | 157 |
| 2007 | 144 |
| 2008 | 119 |
| 2009 | 125 |
| 2010 | 107 |
| 2011 | 102 |
| 2012 | 112 |
| 2013 | 107 |
| 2014 | 106 |
| 2015 | 115 |
| 2016 | 133 |
| 2017 | 115 |
| 2018 | 119 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2020 | 116 |
| 2021 | 167 |
| 2022 | 152 |
| 2023 | 133 |
| 2024 | 126 |