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Canaan
BoyMeaning of Canaan: Hebrew: 'lowland'
Canaan is a boy's name most strongly associated with Hebrew naming. It has 6 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 1028th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#1028
218 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
6,167
First recorded 1973 · peak 2016
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
95% boys · 5% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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