Canary
Girl nameCanary has been given to 428 babies in the U.S. since 1900. It peaked in 1920. In 2025, about 1 in 267,878 girls was named Canary.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
428
Peak year
1920 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1900
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Canary.
Sibling name ideas for Canary
Same era and popularity as Canary, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Canary?
Canary has been given to 428 babies in the U.S. since 1900. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Canary peak?
Canary peaked in 1920, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Canary a girl or boy name?
Canary is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Canary are girls).
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