Conor Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Conor is listed in our database as a boy name of Irish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Strong willed or wise 'Hound-lover.' Also from the Irish 'Coachuhhar', meaning high desire”.

Conor Name at a Glance

Name Conor
Meaning Strong willed or wise 'Hound-lover.' Also from the Irish 'Coachuhhar', meaning high desire.
Origin Irish
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Conor Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Conor means “Strong willed or wise 'Hound-lover.' Also from the Irish 'Coachuhhar', meaning high desire”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Conor Name Origin

Our database records Conor under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Conor a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Conor is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Conor

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