Conor

Meaning of Conor

The name Conor means 'lover of hounds' or 'high desire.' It suggests someone with a strong will or an affinity for dogs.

Conor has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Conor

Conor has cooled off, slipping to #845 in 2025, down from a peak of #308 in 2017.

Notable people named Conor

• Conor McGregor
  Irish mixed martial artist, boxer
• Conor Oberst
  American singer-songwriter (Bright Eyes)
• Conor Maynard
  British singer, songwriter, YouTuber
• Conor Coady
  English professional footballer (defender)
• Conor O'Shea
  Irish rugby player and coach

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Questions about the name Conor

What does the name Conor mean?

Conor means the name conor means 'lover of hounds' or 'high desire.' it suggests someone with a strong will or an affinity for dogs, and it comes from Irish origins.

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

Conor is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Conor?

In 2025, Conor ranked #845 for boys, down from #708 the year before.

When was Conor most popular?

Conor peaked at #308 in 2017.