Holding steady.
Popularity of Candon since 1990
Babies named Candon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 92 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Candon is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1990. Its origin is unclear, though it may derive from an Irish surname or be a creative respelling of more common names like Landon. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000 names, and its usage remains sporadic. Its peak year was 2014, but even then, the number of births was minimal. The trajectory of Candon has been stable, with no significant upward or downward trend. It is primarily given to boys, though its rarity leaves room for unisex use. Parents choosing Candon are likely drawn to its distinctive sound and modern feel, without strong cultural or historical associations.
Candon has no clear etymological roots. It may be a modern coinage, possibly influenced by surnames such as Candon (an Anglicized form of the Irish Ó Ceanndubháin) or by place names like Candon (a municipality in the Philippines). Its use as a given name is rare and recent, first recorded in the United States in 1990.
Sibling names for Candon
Names that share Candon's style, for a brother or sister.
