The god of the waters
In Japanese, Kano can have various meanings depending on the kanji used, often relating to 'the god of the waters' or 'capability.' It is also recognized as a West African name of Hausa origin, referring to the historic city in Nigeria.
Less common today
Kano isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,116 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Mercenary leader and member of the Black Dragon clan · Mortal Kombat
The founder of Judo
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