The name Channon, of Gaelic origin, signifies 'wisdom' or 'intelligence'. It is believed to derive from the Old Irish word 'canann', meaning 'wise' or 'learned'. This unique moniker was popularized by its usage in the novel 'The Horse Soldiers' written by Harold Sinclair in 1950. The name Channon offers a blend of traditional Celtic heritage with a touch of literary influence, making it distinctive yet approachable.
The name Channon seems to have been quite popular among parents from the late 1960s to the early 1970s, with a peak of 40 births in 1971. However, its popularity declined significantly afterwards, with fewer than 25 births per year for most years between 1973 and 2008, and dropping as low as five or six births per year from the late 1990s onwards. Overall, there were a total of 729 babies named Channon between 1964 and 2008.