The tradition of Android versions featuring sweet, dessert-themed codenames has been a fan favorite for years. Google stopped using these types of names publicly with Android 10. However, the tradition has been kept alive internally through codenames. Now, a recent discovery has revealed the codename for the upcoming Android 17 update.
As expected, the Mountain View giant will use a name related to delicious desserts to internally identify the updated version of the world’s most popular mobile OS. According to a report by Android Authority, Android 17’s internal codename is…Cinnamon Bun.
“Cinnamon Bun” is Android 17’s sweet codename
Android Authority’s trusted source within Google shared evidence showing that the company is using the codename “CinnamonBun” for API level 37.0. The latter corresponds to the next major version of the operating system. This is a delightful choice that fits perfectly with the fun history of Android. A cinnamon bun—also known as a cinnamon roll—is a sweet, baked pastry enjoyed around the world, and now it has a place in the Android history books.
The name “Cinnamon Bun” also makes sense when you consider Google’s recent development changes. After the “Vanilla Ice Cream” codename for Android 15, Google broke the alphabetical pattern with “Baklava” for Android 16. This was a direct result of the new “Trunk Stable” development model. With Android 17’s codename starting with “C,” it seems the alphabet is now back on track, continuing the sweet tradition.
Ultimately, this codename is mostly for developers and internal use. You still might see “Android CinnamonBun” in some early beta releases. However, the public name will always be “Android 17.” The codename is a fun Easter egg, and we’re sure many fans are already imagining what a new Android statue of a cinnamon bun would look like on the Google campus.
Update may arrive in June 2026
You may be wondering when you can expect to get a taste of Android 17. Well, according to the report, Google could have a launch planned around June 2026. This continues the accelerated timeline we saw with Android 16, a change that allows new devices to ship with the latest OS sooner than ever.
