Canyon
Canyon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Deep ravine or gorge.
Origin and history
Canyon is a modern English nature name derived from the Spanish word 'cañón', meaning 'pipe' or 'gorge'. It emerged as a given name in the late 20th century alongside other outdoorsy vocabulary names. In the United States, it remains relatively uncommon but has seen steady usage among parents seeking a rugged, natural vibe.
Popularity in the United States
3,827 babies in the United States have been named Canyon since 1880. It ranks #2062 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1190.
States where it is most popular
- TX (26 %)
- UT (18.8 %)
- CA (15.6 %)
- AZ (4.9 %)
- FL (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 39 |
| 1980-1990 | 50 |
| 1990-2000 | 505 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,301 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,130 |
| 2020-2029 | 802 |
Fun facts
- The English word canyon originates from the Spanish word cañón, which is an augmentative of caña (meaning tube or reed).
- Canyon gained traction as part of the late-20th-century American trend of using geographical and outdoor terms as given names.