How Many People Are Named Gannon?
Complete statistics for the name Gannon: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Gannon means 'valley' in Irish, making it both rare and rooted in history. Only 1 in 50,701 Americans have this name, with around 6,509 people named Gannon alive today. The majority, 89%, are under 30, showing its popularity among younger generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 11 signifies a spiritual leader or visionary.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 17All 6,616 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2014Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Gannon Through the Generations
With a total of 6,616 births recorded since tracking began, Gannon has seen a notable rise in popularity, peaking in 2014 with 751 births. Today, the name's bearers are predominantly young, with 5,911 under 30 years old, indicating its status as a modern choice. As of now, there are no individuals over 60 named Gannon, suggesting it's a relatively new addition to the American naming landscape.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Gannon's Irish roots
📄 About the Name Gannon
How Many People Have the Name Gannon?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 14,383 people in the United States currently share the name Gannon. That works out to roughly 1 in every 23,045 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Gannon a Common or Rare Name?
Gannon is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Gannon Mean?
Gannon means "valley" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Gannon in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Gannon Most Popular?
The name Gannon reached peak popularity in 2014, with 751 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Gannon?
Approximately 14,383 people named Gannon live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 14,383. That works out to roughly 1 in 23,045 Americans.
Is Gannon a rare name?
Gannon is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 23,045 Americans has this name.
What does the name Gannon mean?
Gannon means "valley" and comes from Irish origins.
Is Gannon more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Gannon are male and 0% are female.
When was Gannon most popular?
Gannon peaked in 2014 with 751 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.