Channon is an uncommon and unique given name of English origin, derived from the surname Cannon, which itself comes from the Middle English word 'canoun,' meaning cannon. This name has gained popularity as a unisex option in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States and the UK. It carries a modern and distinctive sound that sets it apart from more traditional names. Channon is often associated with creativity and individuality due to its rarity, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking an unconventional yet easy-to-pronounce name for their child.
The name Channon appears to have had significant popularity from the late 1960s until the early 1980s, with peak years being 1971 (17 births) and 1979 (16 births). After that period, the number of births named Channon began to decline steadily. Since 2000, there have been fewer than 10 births per year on average, suggesting that the name has largely fallen out of fashion. The most recent peak in popularity occurred in 2013 and 2014 with 13 and 11 births respectively, but it has since returned to low levels, with only 6 or fewer births each year from 2015 onwards.