Kannon, of Japanese origin, is a unisex given name that means 'calmness' or 'tranquility'. It's derived from the Japanese word 'kan'non', which is itself influenced by the Sanskrit term ' Avalokiteśvara'. This name carries a profound sense of peace and serenity.
The name Kannon experiences periods of popularity with several years seeing more than six births each, peaking at 11 and 12 births in recent years (2015, 2018, 2019, 2021). However, there are also stretches where its usage declines to fewer than six births annually. Overall, the name's popularity has seen ups and downs over time, with a total of 121 babies named Kannon born between 2005 and 2023.