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Konway

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Pronounced KON-way /ˈkɑn.weɪ/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Conway, variously from the Welsh River Conwy ('holy/reedy water') or the Irish, 'yellow hound' (Conchobhar-linked); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Holy river; yellow hound: Konway is a spelling of Conway. Crisp and warm (said 'KON-way'). Routes layered.

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Origin LowWelsh, Irish

MeaningA spelling of Conway, variously from the Welsh River Conwy ('holy/reedy water') or the Irish, 'yellow hound' (Conchobhar-linked); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#10429 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 12

History & Origin

Konway is a spelling of Conway, variously from the Welsh River Conwy ('holy/reedy water') or the Irish, 'yellow hound' (routes layered). A crisp name (said 'KON-way').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, as a spelling of Conway. Rare, a river-name, and crisp.

Did you know? Konway is a spelling of Conway, variously from the Welsh River Conwy ('holy/reedy water') or the Irish 'yellow hound' — a crisp choice (routes layered; said 'KON-way').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Konway — Welsh/Irish; spelling of Conway; routes layered

Variations

ConwayConwy

Nicknames

Kon

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Konway mean?

Konway is a spelling of Conway, variously 'holy river' (Welsh) or 'yellow hound' (Irish). The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Konway?

It's said KON-way /ˈkɑn.weɪ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Konway a boy or girl name?

Konway is a boy's name.

How popular is Konway?

Konway is a very rare name in the U.S.