What does the name Connor mean?

The name Connor means "Wolf-lover".

What is the origin of the name Connor?

Connor is a name of Gaelic origin.

In 2023, 2,606 babies were named Connor in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Connor is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Irish

Births Last Year: 2,606 ↘

All-Time Total: 232,322

Peak Year: 2004

Connor is an anglicized form of the Irish name Conchobhar, derived from the Old Irish name Conchobar, meaning "lover of hounds" or "wolf lover."

Boy names closely related to Connor

Cameron Cole Declan Gavin Owen Jack Patrick Trevor

Girl names closely related to Connor

Mackenzie Lena Vera Cecilia Sydney Delaney Charlotte Teagan

Names with similar meaning to Connor

Conner Conor Konner

Births per year in the United States

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