Konway
wisdom, knowledge — Associated with geographical features
American origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#13230US 2019
5Births / yr
Stable
5All-time births
📅 Since 201900
How to pronounce Konway
KAH·NWAY
/ˈkɑ.ˈnweɪ/ · stress on KAH · 2 syllables
wisdom, knowledge
Associated with geographical features · American origin

What does Konway mean and where does it come from?

The name Konway may be an anglicized variation of the Irish name 'Conway', which is derived from the Gaelic 'Conbhaire', meaning 'wisdom' or 'knowledge'. It is also associated with geographical features, as it can refer to valleys or rounded hills, common in Irish landscapes. The name has ancient ro

Cultural significance
Konway has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of wisdom, knowledge.
Peak popularity
Reached #13969 in 2019 — currently #13230 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Konway?

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

Konway Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Konway Rose
Floral · soft ending
Konway Mae
Sweet · timeless
Konway Claire
French influence · crisp
Konway Jane
Literary · strong
Konway Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Konway right now?

Stable — currently #13230 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192019#13230 · Top 9.8%
2019
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2019#132305

The story of Konway

Konway is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2019. With 5 total births recorded, Konway remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Konway in 2019:

💎Konway has only 5 total recorded births since 2019 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Konway?

Common
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Common questions about the name Konway

What does the name Konway mean?
Konway means "wisdom, knowledge" — a name rooted in American 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 Konway?
Konway is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Konway?
Konway originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Konway?
Konway is a two-syllable name pronounced K AA1 N W EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Konway a common or rare name?
Konway is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.