Konor
Meaning of Konor
Konor (pronounced KOH-nor) is a male given name that emerges as a contemporary orthographic adaptation of the venerable Gaelic Conchobhar—an ancient compound of Old Irish conch (“hound”) and obar (“desiring”), historically signifying both martial prowess and steadfast loyalty. This spelling preserves the disyllabic cadence and Celtic resonance of its antecedent while simultaneously invoking classical Latin morphology: the prefix con- (“with,” “together”) and the agentive suffix -or, a combination suggestive of collective strength and purposeful agency, thereby forging a linguistic bridge between Celtic heritage and Greco-Roman tradition. An analytical examination of U.S. Social Security data indicates that Konor has maintained a modest yet resilient presence among newborn boys since the early 1990s, reaching its peak near rank 783 in 1997 and most recently positioned at 929 in 2021—fluctuations that reflect its understated appeal across shifting naming trends. Viewed through a Latin-infused cultural lens, Konor embodies a triad of virtues—unity, oratory vigor, and unwavering fidelity—transmuting an ancient Celtic legacy into a name of refined modernity.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KOH-nor (/koʊnər/)
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