Connor
Irish boy's name meaning “lover of hounds”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Irish
- Meaning
- lover of hounds
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 6
- US rank (2023)
- #126
- Born in 2023
- 2,859
Meaning & origin
Connor comes from the Irish Conchobhar, 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf-lover'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Connor ranked #126 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 2,859 US boys were given the name Connor.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #43 in 2003
“Unranked” means Connor was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
See more boy names starting with C.
Variants
Conor
Nicknames
Con
Connor: frequently asked questions
What does the name Connor mean?
Connor is a Irish name meaning "lover of hounds". Connor comes from the Irish Conchobhar, 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf-lover'.
Where does the name Connor come from?
Connor is of Irish origin. Connor comes from the Irish Conchobhar, 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf-lover'.
Is Connor a boy or a girl name?
Connor is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Connor?
In 2023, 2,859 US boys were given the name Connor.
Is Connor a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Connor ranked #126 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Connor?
Common nicknames for Connor include Con.