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Kannon vs Jericho

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Kannon Rank #985
Jericho Rank #905

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 vs #985 for Kannon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kannon or Jericho more popular?

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 compared to Kannon at #985 in the United States.

What do Kannon and Jericho mean?

Kannon means "perceiving sounds, hearing the world's cries" (Japanese/Sanskrit origin). Jericho means "city of the moon" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kannon and Jericho boy or girl names?

Kannon is primarily a boy name. Jericho is primarily a boy name.

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