Irish boy name
Conán Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Conán means little hound. From the Irish cú, hound, with a diminutive ending
Conán is an Irish name from cú, meaning hound, with an affectionate ending giving little hound. It is found in the Fenian tales as a member of Fionn mac Cumhaill's band, known as a rather blunt and boastful figure. The name has been used by Irish families for generations. The fada marks the stress in KOH-nawn. Conán has a strong, friendly sound and links to the pairing of hounds and heroes that runs throughout Irish literature. It also fits well alongside names such as Conall and Cathal.
Variants of Conán
ConanConaingConnan
Conán popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Conán ranked #161 in Ireland (30 babies) and #1,678 in the US (98 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (boys)United States (boys)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Conán mean?
Conán means "little hound". From the Irish cú, hound, with a diminutive ending.
How do you pronounce Conán?
Conán is pronounced KOH-nawn.
What is the origin of Conán?
Conán is of Irish origin. From the Irish cú, hound, with a diminutive ending.