Irish boy name
Conlaoch Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Conlaoch means son of cú chulainn. Old Irish name of the son of Cú Chulainn and Aífe, of uncertain meaning.
Conlaoch, or Connla, is the young son of Cú Chulainn and the warrior woman Aífe, in the tragic tale known as the Death of Aífe's Only Son. He goes to Ireland to find his father, but a vow stops him from naming himself, and the two meet in combat, with Cú Chulainn killing his own son and recognising him too late. The tale is among the most famous in Irish tradition. Conlaoch is a rare name with a strong sound, and Connla is the easier spelling.
Variants of Conlaoch
ConnlaConlaíConnlaochConla
Conlaoch popularity: Ireland vs the US
Conlaoch does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
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 Conlaoch mean?
Conlaoch means "son of cú chulainn". Old Irish name of the son of Cú Chulainn and Aífe, of uncertain meaning.
How do you pronounce Conlaoch?
Conlaoch is pronounced KUN-lay.
What is the origin of Conlaoch?
Conlaoch is of Irish origin. Old Irish name of the son of Cú Chulainn and Aífe, of uncertain meaning.