Conner
How to say it: KAH-nur · /ˈkɑnər/
Variant spelling of Connor, from Irish 'Conchobhar' meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf-lover'.
Conner was the 132nd most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 277 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2000s, its births are down about 69% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #277 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · Insee 2025 data, published July 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #132 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 277 |
| Share of births | 1 in 1,153 |
| Peak decade | 2000s |
| Change over 10 years | −69% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #277 |
| In France, 2025 | #631 among boys’ names, 0 births |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA), Insee (France). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Sharp decline followed the peak of the 2000s at #132 for Conner, leaving it far below. More decline looks ahead.
What goes with it
Rounded and soft yet crisp, Conner feels strong and friendly. Nolan offers a kindred option.
Nicknames
- Con
Honouring a Conner in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Conner is about 1 in 49.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, Irish.
In France: #631 for boys in 2025.
Famous people named Conner
- Conner Prince (born 2000)American sport shooter
- Conner Henry (born 1963)American basketball player-coach
- Conner Frankamp (born 1995)American basketball player
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