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Conley
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Pronounced KON-lee /ΛkΙn.li/High
Meaning: wise, brave chiefMedium
In 30 seconds: Conley is an Irish surname name meaning wise or brave chief. A solid two-syllable name with Celtic heritage.
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Origin MediumIrish
Meaningwise, brave chief
U.S. rank (2025)#2521 β Falling
2025 U.S. births53 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2011
Total births (all-time)β 4,061
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Conley is from Irish O Conallaidh, meaning descendant of Conalladh (brave chief). It has been used as a given name in the US.
Conley has appeared in US birth records, particularly in the South and among families of Irish heritage.
Did you know? The Irish clan name O'Conley has ancient roots in County Roscommon β and the warriors described as brave chief by this name were leaders of one of Connacht's most distinguished families.
Overall data confidence 75%
Behind the Name: Conley β name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database β U.S. popularity data
Variations
ConnellyConnorConall
Nicknames
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Frequently Asked
What does Conley mean?
Conley means wise, brave chief.
How do you pronounce Conley?
Conley is pronounced KON-lee (/ΛkΙn.li/), with 2 syllables.
Is Conley a boy's name?
Yes, Conley is used as a boy's name.
How popular is the name Conley?
Irish surname; brave chief/Conallaidh meaning approximate.