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Conall Pronunciation

Conall is pronounced KON-əl /ˈkɑ.nəl/High

Meaning: From Irish/Gaelic Conall — con, 'hound/wolf', plus a 'strong' element — 'strong wolf, mighty hound'Medium

In 30 seconds: A mighty hound of legend: Conall means 'strong wolf' — borne by heroes of Irish myth and a host of early saints. Fierce, ancient, and proudly Gaelic.

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Origin HighIrish, Gaelic

MeaningFrom Irish/Gaelic Conall — con, 'hound/wolf', plus a 'strong' element — 'strong wolf, mighty hound'

U.S. rank (2024)#3610 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births31 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 758

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Conall comes from Irish and Scottish Gaelic Conall — con, 'hound, wolf', plus a 'strong, mighty' element — 'strong wolf, mighty hound'. Borne by legendary warriors (Conall Cernach) and numerous early Irish saints and kings, it is a name of fierce heritage.

In the U.S. it appears in Irish-heritage families. Rare, strong-wolf at the root, and heroically Gaelic.

Did you know? Conall Cernach was one of the great warriors of the Ulster Cycle, sworn brother and avenger of the hero Cú Chulainn — the name rings with Irish heroic legend.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Conall — etymology

Variations

ConalConnellConlan

Nicknames

Con

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If you like Conall…

Connell— the anglicized spelling of the same name

Conan— a fellow Con- Irish name

Ronan— a companion strong Irish name

Cormac— another heroic Gaelic favorite

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Conall?

Conall is pronounced KON-əl (/ˈkɑ.nəl/). Press play above to hear Conall said aloud.

How do you say Conall?

Conall is said KON-əl (/ˈkɑ.nəl/). Press play above to hear Conall said aloud.

What does the name Conall mean?

Conall is Irish/Gaelic for 'strong wolf, mighty hound'.

Is Conall a boy or girl name?

Conall is a boy's name.

How popular is Conall?

Conall is a rare name in the U.S.