Connor

Connor is a Irish boy's name. Irish name meaning "lover of hounds" or "wolf lover." Strong yet approachable with Celtic roots.

How popular is Connor in the United States?

In 2024, 2,606 boys in the United States were named Connor, making it the 136th most popular boy's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 52nd ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 2004, with 10,116 births.

Records for Connor go back to 1913, and 234,024 babies have been given the name since.

What Connor means and where it comes from

Irish name meaning "lover of hounds" or "wolf lover." Strong yet approachable with Celtic roots.

Connor is of Irish origin, described as modern in style.

Is Connor a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Connor went to 23 girls and 2,606 boys — 99% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Connor

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Connor mean?

Irish name meaning "lover of hounds" or "wolf lover." Strong yet approachable with Celtic roots.

Where does the name Connor come from?

Connor is of Irish origin, and is usually described as modern in style.

How popular is Connor in the United States?

In 2024, 2,606 boys in the United States were named Connor, making it the 136th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Connor a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Connor went to 23 girls and 2,606 boys — 99% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

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