Kano Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Arabic
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
The name Kano means 'law' or 'rule' and symbolizes strength and wisdom.
Meaning of the Name Kano
Kano is a masculine name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the Arabic word 'qanoon', meaning 'law' or 'rule'. The name Kano symbolizes strength, authority, and wisdom. It is often given to boys as a reminder of the importance of following rules and upholding justice. Kano is also a city in Nigeria known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
Popularity of the Name Kano
The popularity for the name Kano peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 26 births, which ranked number 9,066 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Kano had the most male births in 2022 with 26, which ranked number 4,069 out of 14,255 male names. The number of births for the name Kano has increased sharply over the last ten years from 10 births to 26 births, an increase of 160.00%. Among males, Kano has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 10 births to 26 births, an increase of 160.00%.
Nationwide Popularity of Kano
- 10 Year Trend of Kano: 160.00%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Kano: 160.00%
Popularity of Kano by State
For males, Kano was most popular in Southwestern states with 5 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in TX, with 5 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Kano. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 | 2584 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Kano
- Total Births of Kano: 29 (10.03%)
- Male Births of Kano: 29 (10.03%)
Given the upward trend of Kano over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 10.03% increase in total births, for a total of 29 births in 2024. Male births for Kano have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 29 male births in 2024, an increase of 10.03%.