NAME PROFILE
Kannon
Kannon is a Japanese name that means 'goddess of mercy' or 'one who hears the cries of the world.' It invokes a sense of compassion and empathy, often associated with nurturing and protective qualities.
Key Stats
| Total births | 6,181 |
| Gender | Male (76% / 24%) |
| Peak year | 2020 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1997 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Japanese |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite✨ Double Letter
Top States
TX — 24%CA — 23%MO — 20%GA — 17%TN — 17%
Notable People
Kannon Shimizu (Artist, known for contemporary art) · Kannon Kawai (Professional wrestler) · Kannon Kenta (Influential musician in Japan) · Kannon Mukai (Japanese actor) · Kannon Nishikawa (Anime voice actor)
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