| Meaning | standard, rule |
| Origin | Greek, Japanese |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ka-non |
This distinctive name carries a musical quality that resonates with creativity and individuality. Parents seeking something beyond the conventional will find Kanon offers both uniqueness and a pleasing phonetic structure. The name suggests artistic sensibility while maintaining approachability, making it suitable for a child who may grow into any number of pursuits. Its rarity ensures that a boy named Kanon will stand out in classroom roll calls and professional settings alike, yet it remains easy to spell and pronounce. The name projects confidence without pretension, offering a modern sound that doesn't feel trendy or likely to date. For families valuing distinctiveness balanced with accessibility, Kanon represents an compelling choice that honors individuality while remaining grounded in familiarity.
| Kan |
| Non |
| K |
| Canon |
| Kanon Wakeshima | Japanese singer and cellist |
| Kanon Suzuki | Japanese pop singer and former member of Morning Musume |
| Kanon Matsubara | Japanese actress and model |
| Kanon Kimura | Japanese professional wrestler |
| Kanon Fukuda | Japanese actress and former member of S/mileage |
| Kanon Mori | Japanese voice actress |
| Kanon Kusama | Japanese fictional character in "BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!" |
| Kanon Mizushiro | Japanese fictional character in "Jewelpet" anime |
| Kanon Maldini | Japanese fictional character in "A3!" mobile game |
| Kanon Ozu | Japanese fictional character in "Suite PreCure" anime |
| Kanonji Manda | Japanese fictional character in "Bleach" anime |
| Kanon Nakagami | Japanese fictional character in "Aikatsu!" anime |
| Kanon Ichinose | Japanese fictional character in "Uma Musume Pretty Derby" |
| Kanon Hatori | Character in the manga "Love Me, Love Me Not" |
| Kanon Endo | Character in the anime "Idolish7" |
| Kanon Daiba | Character in the anime "Battle Spirits - Sword Eyes" |