Cannon
Cannon: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Cannon?
Since 1880, 229 girls and 10,978 boys in the U.S. have been named Cannon (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6965 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #506 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #722 for boys, with 374 babies given the name.
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Cannon FAQ
How popular is the name Cannon?
Since 1880, 229 girls and 10,978 boys in the U.S. have been named Cannon (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6965 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #506 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #722 for boys, with 374 babies given the name.
Is Cannon a boy or girl name?
Cannon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 229 girls and 10,978 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).