Conner
Conner is an Irish surname-turned-first-name meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'lover of wolves,' derived from the Gaelic name Conchobhar. It carries a strong Celtic heritage and conveys a sense of nature, loyalty, and ancient warrior tradition.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 254. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 2,173
- 2012: 1,908
- 2013: 1,703
- 2014: 1,639
- 2015: 1,415
- 2016: 1,147
- 2017: 1,023
- 2018: 910
- 2019: 848
- 2020: 676
- 2021: 572
- 2022: 440
- 2023: 357
- 2024: 322
- 2025: 277
- 2026 (projected): 254
Good to Know
- •Often spelled 'Connor' with an 'o' - this spelling is less common but equally valid
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Strong Irish heritage appeals to families seeking Celtic names
- •Works well in both casual and professional settings
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Conner McDavid
Professional hockey player (NHL)
Conner Smith
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Conner O'Malley
Comedian and writer
Conner Eldridge
Former U.S. Attorney
Statistics
56,395
Total births since 1880
2005
Peak year
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