Connor Boy

Popularity: #164 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KON-er //ˈkɒnər//

Origin: Irish; Scottish

Meaning: Irish: 'lover of hounds'; Scottish: 'wise'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Connor is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "Conchobhar," which is composed of the elements "con" meaning "hound" or "wolf" and "cobhar" meaning "desiring" or "lover." This etymological foundation suggests a meaning akin to "lover of hounds" or "wolf lover." The name has evolved through various forms, including the Old Irish "Conchobhar," which was Latinized as "Conchobarus" in historical texts, and eventually anglicized to Connor in English. The transition into English occurred during the medieval period, as Gaelic names were adapted to fit the phonetic and orthographic conventions of the English language.

Historically, the name Connor is associated with several notable figures in Irish history, particularly Conchobhar mac Nessa, a legendary king of Ulster from the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology, who is said to have ruled in the 1st century CE. His tales are integral to the cultural heritage of Ireland, showcasing themes of heroism and leadership.

The name also appears in various medieval texts, including the Annals of the Four Masters, which document significant events in Irish history from the 5th to the 17th centuries. Additionally, the name has been borne by several saints, further embedding it in the religious and cultural fabric of Ireland.

Culturally, Connor has resonated through its associations with strength and nobility, often linked to the image of the warrior or protector, which is a common theme in Irish folklore. The name has also been embraced in various forms of literature and art, reflecting its enduring legacy.

Diminutive forms such as Conor or Conny have emerged, but the original form remains significant in its own right. The name Connor embodies a rich tapestry of historical and cultural significance, representing both the ancient and the modern narratives of Irish identity.

Famous people named Connor

In this section, you will find notable people named Connor. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Connor who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Connor who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Connor McDavid is a professional ice hockey player best known for playing with the Edmonton Oilers and winning the Hart Memorial Trophy.

Connor Franta is a YouTuber and author best known for his YouTube channel and the book A Work in Progress.

Connor Jessup is an actor best known for his roles in Falling Skies, Locke & Key, and Closet Monster.

Connor Cruise is a DJ and actor best known for his work in the film Seven Pounds and his music career.

Connor Ball is a musician best known as the bassist for the band The Vamps.

Fictional characters named Connor

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Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Connor, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Connor was first seen in the United States in 1913.

Connor has ranked as high as #58 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

In the past 5 years the name Connor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Connor 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 Connor 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 Connor.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 2,225 2,211 14
2024 2,634 2,611 23
2023 2,884 2,861 23
2022 3,231 3,213 18
2021 3,780 3,764 16
2020 4,429 4,414 15
2019 5,190 5,161 29
2018 6,111 6,086 25
2017 6,445 6,422 23
2016 7,060 7,037 23
2015 6,794 6,772 22
2014 7,258 7,231 27
2013 7,126 7,117 9
2012 6,996 6,983 13
2011 7,421 7,410 11
2010 8,064 8,051 13
2009 8,119 8,101 18
2008 7,833 7,817 16
2007 8,348 8,330 18
2006 8,707 8,676 31
2005 9,350 9,321 29
2004 10,116 10,049 67
2003 9,710 9,670 40
2002 8,452 8,409 43
2001 8,130 8,082 48
2000 7,593 7,530 63
1999 7,672 7,597 75
1998 7,999 7,906 93
1997 7,273 7,140 133
1996 7,037 6,911 126
1995 6,742 6,619 123
1994 6,449 6,318 131
1993 6,574 6,452 122
1992 4,743 4,609 134
1991 2,516 2,462 54
1990 1,384 1,377 7
1989 952 937 15
1988 794 787 7
1987 593 585 8
1986 281 276 5
1985 177 177 0
1984 154 154 0
1983 142 142 0
1982 89 89 0
1981 95 95 0
1980 83 77 6
1979 63 63 0
1978 56 56 0
1977 25 25 0
1976 18 18 0
1975 16 16 0
1974 9 9 0
1973 7 7 0
1972 15 15 0
1971 15 15 0
1970 9 9 0
1969 15 15 0
1968 11 11 0
1967 7 7 0
1966 9 9 0
1965 7 7 0
1964 10 10 0
1963 5 5 0
1962 5 5 0
1961 5 5 0
1960 10 10 0
1957 8 8 0
1955 9 9 0
1954 5 5 0
1953 5 5 0
1951 6 6 0
1950 6 6 0
1949 9 9 0
1948 8 8 0
1947 5 5 0
1946 6 6 0
1945 5 5 0
1943 6 6 0
1942 6 6 0
1941 5 5 0
1939 5 5 0
1938 7 7 0
1937 6 6 0
1930 5 5 0
1927 6 6 0
1924 9 9 0
1923 7 7 0
1922 6 6 0
1921 9 9 0
1920 10 10 0
1919 5 5 0
1917 5 5 0
1916 6 6 0
1915 8 8 0
1913 7 7 0

Top States for Connor (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
CA 214
8%
PA 164
6%
NY 162
6%
IL 151
6%
TX 148
6%
OH 138
5%
FL 125
5%
MA 114
4%
NJ 105
4%
NC 94
4%
VA 87
3%
MI 85
3%
IN 65
2%
MD 60
2%
MO 57
2%
TN 55
2%
GA 54
2%
WI 54
2%
WA 53
2%
CT 53
2%
MN 47
2%
KY 38
1%
AL 38
1%
AZ 38
1%
KS 34
1%
CO 33
1%
NH 29
1%
SC 29
1%
UT 27
1%
AR 22
1%
IA 22
1%
ME 22
1%
LA 21
1%
OR 18
1%
WV 16
1%
OK 13
0%
RI 13
0%
NV 13
0%
MS 12
0%
NE 12
0%
NM 10
0%
DE 9
0%
DC 9
0%
VT 8
0%
ID 7
0%
AK 6
0%
ND 6
0%
SD 6
0%
MT 5
0%