Conor
Conor first appears in US records in 1961. It peaked in 1993, when 1,250 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 292.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Conor popular?
Rising Conor has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 3,021 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6,939 | |
| 2000s | 5,938 | |
| 1990s | 8,244 | |
| 1980s | 2,676 | |
| 1970s | 482 | |
| 1960s | 80 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Conor mean?
Conor, from Conchobhar, is usually read “lover of hounds” or “desiring.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Conor mean?
Conor means Lover of hounds. Conor, from Conchobhar, is usually read “lover of hounds” or “desiring.”
What is the origin of the name Conor?
Conor is of Irish origin.
How do you pronounce Conor?
Conor is pronounced “KON-er.”
Is Conor a boy or a girl name?
Conor is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Conor a popular name right now?
Conor has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Conor?
In 2025, Conor ranked #845 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Conor most popular?
Conor was most popular in 1993, when about 1,250 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Conor?
Names similar to Conor include Ronan, Sullivan, Kieran, Kian, Rory.
What names go well with Conor?
Irish names that pair well with Conor include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Sean, Aidan.