About Canon
The surname Canon is of English and Irish origin. It is derived from the Old French word "canon," meaning "clergyman" or "church official." The name was originally used as a title for a member of the clergy, particularly one who held a position in a cathedral or collegiate church. Over time, it became a hereditary surname for the descendants of individuals who held such positions. Today, the surname Canon is relatively rare and can be found mainly in English-speaking countries.
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The surname Canon is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Canon based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Canon is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Canon in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Canon using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.