Devon vs Kannon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Devon

Boy #960 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley dwellers"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#960
Total SSA Count
236
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kannon

Boy #985 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"perceiving sounds, hearing the world's cries"

Origin: Japanese/Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

American Japanese-influenced

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#985
Total SSA Count
228
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Devon Rank #960
Kannon Rank #985

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #985 for Kannon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Kannon more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Kannon at #985 in the United States.

What do Devon and Kannon mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Kannon means "perceiving sounds, hearing the world's cries" (Japanese/Sanskrit origin).

Are Devon and Kannon boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Kannon is primarily a boy name.

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