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Konner

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Pronounced KON-er /ˈkɒn.ər/High

Meaning: Lover of hounds; strong-willed; K-spelling variant of Connor, from Irish Gaelic Conchobhar (conn: chief + cobhar: desire/hound)High

In 30 seconds: A K-spelling variant of Connor, the Irish name meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'strong-willed,' from Gaelic Conchobhar. One of Ireland's most popular names, given the bold Konner spelling for visual distinction.

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Origin HighIrish

MeaningLover of hounds; strong-willed; K-spelling variant of Connor, from Irish Gaelic Conchobhar (conn: chief + cobhar: desire/hound)

U.S. rank (2025)#2961 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births42 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,626

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Konner is a K-spelling of Connor, from Irish Gaelic Conchobhar (conn: chief, desire + cobhar: hound). The legendary King Conor of Ulster made this name central to Irish mythology. As a given name Connor has been one of the most popular Irish names in the English-speaking world.

Konner ranked #2425 for boys in 2024 as a K-spelling variant of Connor/Conner.

Did you know? Conchobar mac Nessa (Conor) was the legendary High King of Ulster in Irish mythology — the king whose court included the warrior Cuchulainn and whose jealousy over Deirdre of the Sorrows inspired one of Ireland's greatest tragic tales.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Connor — Irish Gaelic etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

ConnorConnerConor

Nicknames

Kon

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Connor— the standard spelling of the same Irish name

Conner— the double-n spelling of the same name

Conor— the traditional Irish single-n spelling

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Declan— Irish Gaelic name with the same Celtic heritage

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Konner mean?

Konner means 'lover of hounds' or 'strong-willed,' a K-spelling of Connor, from Irish Gaelic Conchobhar (chief + hound).

How do you pronounce Konner?

It's said KON-er /ˈkɒn.ər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Konner a boy or girl name?

Konner is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Konner?

Konner ranked #2425 for U.S. boys in 2024.