Konnor
Konnor is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Lover of hounds or desire.
Origin and history
Konnor is a modern phonetic spelling variant of the traditional Irish name Connor. Rooted in the Old Irish name Conchobhar, it traditionally translates to 'lover of hounds' or 'desire'. In the United States, it serves as a contemporary alternative to classic Gaelic spellings.
Popularity in the United States
5,767 babies in the United States have been named Konnor since 1880. It ranks #1595 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1342.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.7 %)
- CA (9 %)
- OH (7.5 %)
- FL (6 %)
- PA (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 12 |
| 1990-2000 | 735 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,949 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,462 |
| 2020-2029 | 609 |
Famous people named Konnor
- Konnor Pilkington: baseball player
Fun facts
- Konnor is derived from Conchobhar, an ancient Irish name borne by historic kings and legendary figures.
- Replacing the traditional initial 'C' with a 'K' gives the classic name a contemporary twist.