Konnor
A masculine name derived from the Gaelic word 'Conchobhar' meaning "lover of wolves".
Name Census estimates that about 5,765 living Americans carry the first name Konnor. It is a predominantly male name (98.0% of registrations). The average person named Konnor today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Konnor births was 2013 (269 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Konnor. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Although Konnor is used almost entirely for boys, the SSA data does show 119 girls registered with the name since 1880.
- • Konnor is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 17 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
5.8K
~ 1 in 59,454 Americans
Peak year
2013
269 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,001
Tracked since 1988
Gender
Gender distribution for Konnor
Konnor leans heavily male at 98.0% of total registrations, but 119 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Konnor as a male name
- Ranked #2,001 in 2024
- 77 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2012 (267 births)
Konnor as a female name
- Ranked #14,345 in 2023
- 6 female births in 2023
- Peak: 1995 (11 births)
Popularity
Konnor: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Konnor from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 2,487 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Konnor by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Konnor during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Konnors live
The SSA's state-level files cover 37 states and territories. Texas, California, Ohio recorded the most babies named Konnor, while Nebraska, Wyoming, New Jersey recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 104 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Konnor
The name Konnor is a modern variant of the traditional Irish name Conor, which has its roots in the Gaelic language. The name Conor is derived from the ancient Irish word "con-chuair," meaning "lover of hounds" or "hound-keeper." This name reflects the importance of hunting and dogs in Celtic culture.
In ancient Irish mythology, Conor was a prominent figure. One of the most famous characters bearing this name was Conor mac Nessa, the legendary king of Ulster in the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology. His reign was marked by the exploits of the legendary Ulster heroes, including Cú Chulainn, one of the most prominent figures in Irish folklore.
The earliest recorded use of the name Conor dates back to the 6th century AD, when it appeared in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history. Over the centuries, the name remained popular among the Irish people, and several notable figures bore the name.
One of the most famous historical figures named Conor was Conor O'Brien, the King of Thomond (a region in modern-day County Clare, Ireland) in the 12th century. He played a significant role in the Norman invasion of Ireland and was known for his military prowess and political skills.
Another notable figure was Conor Cruise O'Brien, an Irish historian, journalist, and politician who lived from 1917 to 2008. He was a prominent intellectual and a passionate advocate for Irish independence.
In more recent times, the name Konnor emerged as a modern variant of the traditional Irish name Conor. This spelling variation gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
One of the most notable individuals named Konnor is Konnor McClain, an American actor and singer born in 1998. He is best known for his roles in various television shows and films, including "The Walking Dead" and "The Payne Show."
Another famous Konnor is Konnor MacLeod, a Canadian professional wrestler born in 1987. He has competed in various wrestling promotions, including WWE, where he performed under the ring name Viktor.
While the name Konnor is a modern variant, it carries the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of its Irish roots, reflecting the enduring influence of Celtic traditions and mythology.
People
Konnor + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Konnor as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Konnor: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Konnor?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5,765 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Konnor going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 59,454 US residents.
Is Konnor a common name?
We classify Konnor as "Rare". It ranks above 96.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5,830 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Konnor most popular?
The single biggest year for Konnor was 2013, when 269 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Konnor is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Konnor a male name?
Yes, 98.0% of people registered as Konnor in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.