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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KON //kɒn//
Origin: Irish; Latin
Meaning: Irish: 'hound'; Latin: 'with' or 'together'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Con is derived from the Latin name "Conradus," which itself originates from the Germanic elements "kuoni," meaning "brave" or "bold," and "rad," meaning "counsel" or "advice." The name evolved through various forms, including the Old High German "Konrad," before being adopted into Latin as "Conradus." This Latin form made its way into Old French as "Conrad," and eventually entered the English language as "Con" through a process of abbreviation and anglicization, particularly in the context of given names. Historically, the name Con has been associated with several notable figures, particularly in medieval Europe.
One significant milestone is the presence of Saint Conrad of Parzham, a 19th-century Capuchin friar known for his piety and dedication, canonized in 1934. His life and legacy contributed to the name's religious significance within Christian communities.
Additionally, the name has been borne by various nobles and rulers throughout the Middle Ages, reinforcing its status as a name of strength and leadership. Culturally, the name Con carries connotations of bravery and wisdom, reflective of its etymological roots.
It has been used in various literary and historical contexts, often symbolizing a character of integrity and valor. The diminutive form "Connie" has also emerged, although it is more commonly associated with feminine usage.
Overall, the name Con encapsulates a rich history that intertwines linguistic evolution, notable historical figures, and cultural significance, ensuring its enduring presence in various contexts.
Fictional characters named Con
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Con is a fictional character from the film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. He is a genetically engineered superhuman and the primary antagonist who seeks revenge against Admiral Kirk.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Con was first seen in the United States in 1892.
Con has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Con has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Con is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Con was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Con
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Con.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |