Conner Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KON-er //ˈkɒnər//
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: 'lover of hounds'; English: 'descendant of Conchobhar'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Conner has its roots in the Irish surname O'Conchobhair, which translates to "descendant of Conchobhar." The name Conchobhar itself is derived from the Old Irish elements "con" meaning "hound" and "cobhar" meaning "desiring" or "lover," thus giving the name a literal meaning of "lover of hounds." The transition of Conner into English occurred through the anglicization of Irish names during the 17th century, particularly as Irish immigrants settled in English-speaking regions, where the name was adapted to fit English phonetics and spelling conventions. Historically, the name Conchobhar is associated with several notable figures in Irish mythology, including Conchobhar mac Nessa, a legendary king of Ulster who appears prominently in the Ulster Cycle, a collection of tales from early Irish literature.
The name gained further prominence through its association with various saints and historical figures throughout the medieval period, contributing to its endurance in Irish culture. The name Conner, as an anglicized form, began to appear in English records by the late medieval period, reflecting the broader cultural exchanges between Ireland and England.
Culturally, the name Conner has been linked to themes of nobility and valor, often evoking images of heroic figures in Irish folklore. The name's association with hounds also ties it to traditional hunting and warrior culture, which were significant in ancient Irish society.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Con or Conn have emerged, further enriching the name's historical tapestry. Overall, Conner embodies a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, reflecting the complexities of Irish identity and its influence on English naming practices.
Famous people named Conner
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Conner McDavid is a professional ice hockey player best known for playing with the Edmonton Oilers and winning the Hart Memorial Trophy.
Conner Rayburn is an actor best known for his roles in The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause, and the TV series According to Jim.
Conner Prairie is a living history museum known for its interactive exhibits and educational programs.
Fictional characters named Conner
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Conner is a fictional character from the comic book series Young Justice. He is a clone of Superman and Lex Luthor, known for his struggle with identity and his role as a superhero.
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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 #226 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Indiana, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Conner has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Conner 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 Conner was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Conner.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 286 | 277 | 9 |
| 2024 | 332 | 322 | 10 |
| 2023 | 365 | 357 | 8 |
| 2022 | 449 | 440 | 9 |
| 2021 | 580 | 572 | 8 |
| 2020 | 683 | 676 | 7 |
| 2019 | 858 | 848 | 10 |
| 2018 | 919 | 910 | 9 |
| 2017 | 1,033 | 1,023 | 10 |
| 2016 | 1,159 | 1,147 | 12 |
| 2015 | 1,423 | 1,415 | 8 |
| 2014 | 1,647 | 1,639 | 8 |
| 2013 | 1,712 | 1,703 | 9 |
| 2012 | 1,919 | 1,908 | 11 |
| 2011 | 2,180 | 2,173 | 7 |
| 2010 | 2,446 | 2,440 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2,498 | 2,498 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2,433 | 2,422 | 11 |
| 2007 | 2,636 | 2,631 | 5 |
| 2006 | 2,866 | 2,851 | 15 |
| 2005 | 3,229 | 3,207 | 22 |
| 2004 | 3,054 | 3,005 | 49 |
| 2003 | 2,694 | 2,677 | 17 |
| 2002 | 1,942 | 1,927 | 15 |
| 2001 | 1,856 | 1,833 | 23 |
| 2000 | 1,909 | 1,880 | 29 |
| 1999 | 1,932 | 1,882 | 50 |
| 1998 | 1,834 | 1,776 | 58 |
| 1997 | 1,795 | 1,727 | 68 |
| 1996 | 1,634 | 1,560 | 74 |
| 1995 | 1,526 | 1,460 | 66 |
| 1994 | 1,366 | 1,292 | 74 |
| 1993 | 1,359 | 1,292 | 67 |
| 1992 | 964 | 912 | 52 |
| 1991 | 493 | 468 | 25 |
| 1990 | 269 | 263 | 6 |
| 1989 | 190 | 190 | 0 |
| 1988 | 175 | 175 | 0 |
| 1987 | 135 | 135 | 0 |
| 1986 | 40 | 40 | 0 |
| 1985 | 44 | 44 | 0 |
| 1984 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 1983 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 1982 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1981 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1980 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1979 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1978 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1969 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1967 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1959 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1957 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1954 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1953 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1947 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1945 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1944 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1943 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1942 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1941 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1937 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1935 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1933 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1932 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1931 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1929 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1926 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1925 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1923 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1921 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1920 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1919 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1917 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1916 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1915 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
Top States for Conner (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 38 | |
| CA | 16 | |
| GA | 16 | |
| IL | 14 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| MI | 11 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| MS | 11 | |
| AL | 10 | |
| WA | 10 | |
| KY | 10 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| CO | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| WV | 7 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| UT | 6 | |
| KS | 6 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| AR | 6 | |
| OR | 6 | |
| SC | 6 | |
| IA | 5 | |
| WI | 5 |