Conner Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKON-er / /ˈkɒnər/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'lover of hounds'; English: 'descendant of Conchobhar'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Conner is derived from the Irish name Conchobhar, which means 'lover of hounds.' It has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in Ireland. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, especially in the United States, since the late 20th century. Conner is often associated with strength and loyalty due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
Conner has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Connor
- Conor
International Variants
- Conor (Irish)
- Konrad (German)
- Konnor (English)
Famous people named Conner
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Conner was first seen in the United States in 1915. Conner has ranked as high as #223 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Conner has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Conner (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 38 | |
| GA | 16 | |
| CA | 16 | |
| IL | 14 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| MS | 11 | |
| MI | 11 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| AL | 10 | |
| WA | 10 | |
| KY | 10 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| VA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 40 |
| 1987 | 135 |
| 1988 | 175 |
| 1989 | 190 |
| 1990 | 263 |
| 1991 | 468 |
| 1992 | 912 |
| 1993 | 1,292 |
| 1994 | 1,292 |
| 1995 | 1,460 |
| 1996 | 1,560 |
| 1997 | 1,727 |
| 1998 | 1,776 |
| 1999 | 1,882 |
| 2000 | 1,880 |
| 2001 | 1,833 |
| 2002 | 1,927 |
| 2003 | 2,677 |
| 2004 | 3,005 |
| 2005 | 3,207 |
| 2006 | 2,851 |
| 2007 | 2,631 |
| 2008 | 2,421 |
| 2009 | 2,498 |
| 2010 | 2,440 |
| 2011 | 2,173 |
| 2012 | 1,908 |
| 2013 | 1,703 |
| 2014 | 1,639 |
| 2015 | 1,415 |
| 2016 | 1,147 |
| 2017 | 1,022 |
| 2018 | 909 |
| 2019 | 848 |
| 2020 | 676 |
| 2021 | 571 |
| 2022 | 440 |
| 2023 | 355 |
| 2024 | 320 |