Konor

“Lover of hounds.”

Ireland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13216US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

297All-time births

📅 Since 199200

What does Konor mean and where does it come from?

Konor is a variation of the name Conor, which has Irish roots. The name Conor comes from 'Conchobhar', meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'wolf lover'. It has been used in Ireland since the early medieval period, with notable historical figures such as Conchobhar mac Nessa, a legendary king of Ulster. The

Cultural significance

Konor has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of lover of hounds..

Peak popularity

Reached #3850 in 2017 — currently #13216 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Konor?

Konor works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Konor Grace

How popular is Konor right now?

Falling — down 7409 spots — currently #13216 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2021#13216 · Top 9.8%

1995

2005

2010

2020

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#13216	5	▼ down 7409 · -67% births
2020	#5807	15	▲ up 1565 · +36% births
2010	#7372	11	▼ down 1248 · -15% births
2005	#6124	13	▲ up 3757 · +160% births
1995	#9881	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Konor

Best Year2020Rank #5807

Peak Count15

Average Rank#8480

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20215 years

The story of Konor

Konor is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 297 total births recorded, Konor remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9881 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13216 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Konor in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

Konor by decade

Konor peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	50
2000s	106
2010s ★	126
2020s	15

💎Konor has only 297 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Konor?

Common

KonKonieKony

What names sound and feel like Konor?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Konor also consider these

Conor

Ireland · lover of hound

Connor

Ireland · lover of hounds

Honor

English · High respect, esteem;

Common questions about the name Konor

What does the name Konor mean?

Konor means "Lover of hounds." — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Konor?

Konor is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Konor?

Konor originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Konor a common or rare name?

Konor is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Konor?

Konor naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.