Wolf cub or little wolf
Cannen is a modern variant of the Irish name Cannon, which is derived from the Gaelic 'Canann', meaning wolf cub. It may also be associated with the English word 'cannon', suggesting power and impact. The name reflects a blend of ancient Celtic roots and contemporary phonetic spelling.
Less common today
Cannen isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,238 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional basketball player
