Bannon
Pronunciation: [ b-AN-uhn ]
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Bannon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 197 babies have been named Bannon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bannon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,421 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,421
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Bannon
Bannon is a boy name .
Bannon is currently ranked #9,421 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Bannon include Ban, Bann, Banny, Bannie, Bay, Baie, and Bankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Bannon include Banner . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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