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ConnorChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Dark-haired, handsome, or strong

Pronunciation: KON-or

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Name
Connor
Meaning
Dark-haired, handsome, or strong
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
KON-or
Lucky Number
8
8
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Connor mean?

Connor is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Dark-haired". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: KON-or. Lucky number: 8. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Κόνορ

Κόνορ σημαίνει ο ισχυρός λύκος

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

KON-or

IPA

/ˈkɒnər/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Connor is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Dark-haired. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

8

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

RedOrange

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Representing change, freedom, and adaptability.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulCourageousWiseL=LoyalF=FaithfulS=StrongC=Compassionate

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents the strength and courage of God in our lives.

Historical Usage

Historical References

According to Irish mythology, Connor of Ulster was a legendary High King of Ireland around the 3rd century AD. He was a powerful warrior and magician, said to have had the ability to control wolves and wild boars. He was also known as Conchobhar or Conchobhar mac Nessa.

3rd century AD

Connor Macduff, also known as Macbeth, was a Scottish nobleman and Thane of Fife in the late 11th century. He was the protagonist of Shakespeare's play 'Macbeth'. Connor was a brave and loyal man, but was driven to commit regicide and usurp the throne of Scotland by prophecies from three witches.

Late 11th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Connor HainesConnor McGrathConnor Franta

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Connor

Strong wolf or great wolf, symbolizing courage and strength

🇮🇱Hebrew

קונור

קונור משמעותו נושא הזאב הגדול או הזאב הגדול

🇬🇷Greek

Κόνορ

Κόνορ σημαίνει ο ισχυρός λύκος

🇮🇹Latin

Connor

Connor means strong wolf or great wolf

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