Kannan
Boy nameKannan has been given to 345 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 100,475 boys was named Kannan.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
345
Peak year
2018 (26 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1998
10-year trend
▲ +13%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kannan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kannan.
Sibling name ideas for Kannan
Same era and popularity as Kannan, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kannan?
Kannan has been given to 345 babies in the U.S. since 1998. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kannan peak?
Kannan peaked in 2018, when 26 babies were given the name.
Is Kannan a girl or boy name?
Kannan is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Kannan are boys).
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