Konnor Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Konnor is a name with Old Norse origins, meaning 'lover of hounds'. It evolved from the Gaelic 'Conchobhar' to 'Conor' and then to the modern spelling 'Konnor'. The name became popular in the 20th century and is associated with a modern and trendy image. It has no biblical relevance, and notable people with this name include Konnor McClain and Konnor Mouton.
The name Konnor is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Konnor has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Konnor' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2536th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 935th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1088th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15798th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20356th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16186th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Konnor' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Konnor"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒnər/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
Konnor is derived from the Old Norse name 'Conor', which itself comes from the Gaelic 'Conchobhar', meaning 'lover of hounds'.
Meaning
lover of hounds
Language Evolution
Conchobhar (Old Gaelic), Conor (Gaelic), Konnor (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Konnor gained popularity in the 20th century as variations of traditional names became more common in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Connor, Conor, Konner
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Konnor is viewed as a trendy and modern variant of the classic name Connor, appealing to parents seeking unique yet familiar names for their children.
Famous People
Konnor McClain (American gymnast), Konnor Mouton (American football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Konnor"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Konnor"
"Konnor" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2536th of 16616 | 393 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 935th of 24088 | 3,089 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1088th of 23106 | 2,229 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15798th of 27321 | 35 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20356th of 35406 | 38 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16186th of 30306 | 46 |
Regional Popularity of "Konnor" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.74% 1612th/3685 |
55.66% 2491st/4475 |
48.98% 2544th/5194 |
38.58% 2437th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.47% 709th/4582 |
23.10% 1193rd/5164 |
14.41% 1054th/7313 |
14.24% 1063rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.28% 1007th/3984 |
33.14% 1487th/4487 |
14.04% 958th/6822 |
22.45% 1409th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Konnor" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Konnor"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Konnor" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.