Cannon name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old French and English
Usage: English and Sanskrit
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Cannon c(an)-non
Meaning: Occupational Name, Official of the Church, Canon, Priest and Clergyman
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What does Cannon mean?

The well-known unisex name Cannon is used commonly in English and Sanskrit is of Old French and English origin, Cannon means "Occupational Name, Official of the Church, Canon, Priest or Clergyman".

How do I pronounce Cannon?

c(an)-non is the most common way to pronounce two syllabled Cannon.

Variants of Cannon

Canaan, Canan

Names that rhyme with Cannon

How popular is the name Cannon?

Cannon is a popular in United States where over 7853 new-borns have been given the name since 1904. Currently the name is rising, in 2011, it ranked 519th when 530 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.

Also, Cannon is a familiar name in South Africa. At least, 7000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2023636430957910
2022596468121837
2021503579758014
2020542520718615
2019508561811813
2018541519124387
2017550505828413
2016543531689017
2015585473129927
201454350900
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Here's what numbers has to say about Cannon

You have some crazy dreams you want to achieve one day. You are dominant when it comes to relationships. You are not stubborn but flexible and think outside the limits. You are always preoccupied with other people's problems because they know you are compassionate and ready to help at any time. You are creative and free-spirited. When you walk into a room, all eyes are you and you only. Your personal growth depends on your adventures.

Looking for names similar to Cannon? Please go through the following names

  •  Carma - Meaning of Carma is Garden or Song is a girl name which came from Hebrew and Sanskrit is used in Hebrew and English
  •  Yamesa - Boy name Yamesa means "Having Yama as King" is used in Sanskrit
  •  Ojalla - Girl name Ojalla is originated from Sanskrit, meaning of Ojalla is "Splendour and Vision". Ojalla is a resultant of Ojal.
  •  Balanatha particulary is used in Sanskrit, meaning of Balanatha is "King of Strength" is used as a baby boy name
  •  Gunavata - Boy name Gunavata is dominantly used in Sanskrit language, meaning of Gunavata is "Virtuous"

Sibling Names for Cannon

If you're considering the name "Cannon" for your baby, you may be looking for names that complement or coordinate with it. Whether you want a similar-sounding name or something entirely different, we've compiled a list of unique and meaningful sibling names that go well with "Cannon."

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Famous people named Cannon

  • Cannon and Ball, English comedy double act best

  • Boys names beginning with C
  • Girls names beginning with C
  • American Baby Names
  • English Baby Names
  • French Baby Names
  • Sanskrit Baby Names
  • Indian Baby Names
  • Popular English Boy Names
  • Baby Names that mean Church
  • Baby Names that mean Priest

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
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