Conner
Conner is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Lover of hounds or lover of wolves.
Origin and history
Conner is an anglicized variant of the Irish name Conchobhar, traditionally translated as 'lover of hounds' or 'lover of wolves'. While less common than the spelling Connor, Conner has maintained a steady presence in the United States over the last several decades. It offers a classic Celtic heritage with a modern, approachable feel.
Popularity in the United States
56,395 babies in the United States have been named Conner since 1880. It ranks #467 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #608.
States where it is most popular
- CA (7.5 %)
- TX (7.4 %)
- OH (4.8 %)
- IN (4.3 %)
- FL (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 39 |
| 1920-1930 | 48 |
| 1930-1940 | 50 |
| 1940-1950 | 44 |
| 1950-1960 | 35 |
| 1960-1970 | 36 |
| 1970-1980 | 39 |
| 1980-1990 | 691 |
| 1990-2000 | 12,632 |
| 2000-2010 | 24,931 |
| 2010-2019 | 15,206 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,644 |
Famous people named Conner
- Conner Bleackley: Ice hockey player
- Conner Rayburn: Actor
Nicknames
Conn, Conny
Fun facts
- Conner is a popular spelling variant of Connor, derived from the Old Irish name Conchobhar.
- Like many Gaelic names, Conner was widely used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name in North America.