Canin
Of French origin, a diminutive of the proper name Caner.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Canin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Canin today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Canin births was 2008 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Canin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Canin. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2008
6 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2008 SSA rank
#11,282
Tracked since 2008
Popularity
Canin: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Canin by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Canin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Canin
The given name Canin has its roots in the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy between the 8th and 3rd centuries BC. The name derives from the Etruscan word "canine," which means "dog" or "hound," and was initially used to refer to individuals with a strong, loyal, and protective nature, akin to the qualities associated with canines.
Canin gained prominence during the Roman era, as the Etruscans heavily influenced Roman culture and society. The name appeared in several ancient Roman texts and records, often associated with military leaders and warriors known for their bravery and tenacity on the battlefield.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Canin dates back to the 1st century AD, when a Roman general named Caninus Rufus led a successful campaign against the Germanic tribes threatening the Roman Empire's borders. His exploits were documented in the writings of the Roman historian Tacitus, solidifying the name's association with strength and military prowess.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Canin remained popular among various European cultures, particularly in the regions once inhabited by the Etruscans and Romans. Notable individuals bearing this name include Canin the Scribe, a 9th-century Frankish monk renowned for his exceptional calligraphy skills, and Canin de Vaux, a 12th-century French knight who participated in the Third Crusade.
During the Renaissance period, the name Canin experienced a resurgence in popularity, often bestowed upon individuals with a passion for the arts and literature. One such figure was Canin Lorrain, a 16th-century French painter known for his vibrant landscapes and depictions of the natural world.
In the 18th century, Canin Philidor, a renowned French chess player and composer, gained international acclaim for his contributions to the game of chess and his musical compositions. His legacy as a strategic thinker and artist solidified the name's association with intellect and creativity.
Another notable bearer of the name was Canin Blanc, a 19th-century French vintner and pioneer of the Bordeaux wine industry. His innovative winemaking techniques and unwavering dedication to producing high-quality wines earned him a reputation as one of the most influential figures in the world of viticulture.
People
Canin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Canin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Canin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Canin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Canin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Canin a common name?
We classify Canin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Canin most popular?
The single biggest year for Canin was 2008, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Canin is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Canin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Canin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Canin in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Canin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Canin in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Canin can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Canin?
Find out how many people share the name Canin on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.