Find out how popular the last name Connie is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Connie.

Connie, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Connie surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Connie in America

Connie is the 75564th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Connie surname appeared 255 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Connie.

We can also compare 2010 data for Connie to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Connie

The surname Connie is believed to have originated in Ireland, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be a variant spelling of the Irish surname Connolly, which comes from the Gaelic personal name "Conchobhar" meaning "lover of hounds" or "wolf lover."

Connie is also considered an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Conghalaigh, derived from the Gaelic name "Conghalach" meaning "valorous" or "brave." This surname was prominent among families in counties Connacht and Leinster, particularly in the areas of Longford and Westmeath.

Some of the earliest recorded instances of the Connie surname can be found in Irish parish records and historical documents from the 17th century. It is believed that the spelling variation "Connie" emerged as a result of English influence and the Anglicization of Irish names during this period.

One notable historical reference to the Connie surname is found in the writings of the Irish historian Geoffrey Keating, who lived from 1569 to 1644. Keating's works mention individuals with the surname Ó Conghalaigh, which is considered a precursor to the modern Connie spelling.

Over the centuries, several individuals with the Connie surname have left their mark on history. One such person was John Connie (1715-1795), an Irish-born soldier who served in the British Army during the American Revolutionary War. Another was Patrick Connie (1770-1846), an Irish Catholic priest and educator who established several schools in County Longford.

In the realm of literature, the Irish poet and playwright Dion Boucicault (1820-1890), whose real surname was Connie, achieved significant recognition for his works, including the play "The Octoroon." Additionally, James Connie (1856-1938), an Irish-born American politician, served as the 57th Mayor of Chicago from 1923 to 1927.

Another notable figure was Kathleen Connie (1892-1976), an Irish-born Australian educator and advocate for women's rights. She played a pivotal role in establishing the Catholic Women's League of Victoria and promoting educational opportunities for women in Australia.

While the Connie surname may not be as widespread as some others, it has a rich history rooted in Irish heritage and has produced individuals who have left their mark across various fields and regions throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Connie

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Connie.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Connie was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Connie has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Connie was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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