Kano is a Japanese given name that is derived from the word "kano" which means "metalworking". The name has been traditionally used by males and females alike in Japan. It was particularly popular during the Edo period (1603-1868) when many families with the Kano surname were prominent among the arts, especially in woodblock printing.
The Kano family of artists started by Kanō Masanobu (1434–1530), who was a renowned painter and the founder of the Kano school of painting. The name Kano has since been associated with art and creativity in Japan.
In modern times, Kano is still used as a given name in Japan but it has also gained popularity internationally due to exposure through media such as anime and manga. Some notable figures with the name include Kano "KEN" Hashimoto, a Japanese professional wrestler, and Kano, an English rapper and musician.
Despite its popularity today, there are no specific celebrations or festivals associated directly with the name Kano. However, those named Kano might be celebrated on Children's Day ( Kodomo no Hi ) in Japan which falls on May 5th each year where children are honored and their growth is wished for.
The name Kano has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past decade in the United States, with a total of 211 babies named Kano since 1971.
In recent years, there has been a notable rise in births for this name. In 2022 alone, there were 26 babies named Kano, marking an all-time high and an increase from the previous year's 21 births.
The trend of choosing the name Kano seems to have gained momentum in the early 2010s, with a noticeable spike in births occurring between 2013 and 2016. However, it is important to note that there were also periods where the popularity of this name fluctuated or decreased slightly.
For instance, after reaching a peak of 17 births in 2019, the number of babies named Kano decreased to 14 in 2020. This decline was short-lived, as the following year saw another significant increase, with 26 babies named Kano in 2021.
Overall, while the popularity of the name Kano has varied over time, it appears that this name has been steadily gaining traction among parents in recent years.