UK boy's name
Coner
Of Irish origin, a diminutive form of the name Conor meaning "lover of wolves".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2001. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Coner is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Coner popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2001 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2220, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 9 births.
This profile covers 30 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 1996 to 2001. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 56% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 30 living people in the UK are called Coner. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2002 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Coner ranked #2220 for boys in England and Wales in 2001, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 9 boys were registered as Coner.
- • About 30 living people in the UK are estimated to have Coner as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2220
2001
Births in 2001
5
Latest year
Peak year
1998
9 births
Estimated living
30
2026
Meaning
What does Coner mean?
The given name Coner has its roots in the Irish Gaelic language, originating from the ancient Celts who inhabited Ireland and parts of Scotland. It is believed to have derived from the word "conair," which means "hound" or "wolf-hound." This suggests that the name may have been initially used to describe someone with wolf-like qualities, such as fierceness, loyalty, or strength.
Historically, the name Coner gained prominence during the medieval period in Ireland, where it was commonly used among the noble families and clans. It is found in several ancient Irish texts and chronicles, including the Annals of the Four Masters, which document important events and genealogies from the earliest times to the 17th century.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Coner can be traced back to the 8th century AD, when a Gaelic chieftain named Coner mac Fergusa ruled over the kingdom of Dál Riata, which encompassed parts of modern-day Scotland and Northern Ireland. This early reference highlights the name's long-standing association with Irish and Scottish heritage.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Coner. One of the most famous was Coner O'Brien (1534-1581), an Irish noble and military leader who played a significant role in the Second Desmond Rebellion against English rule in Ireland. Another prominent figure was Coner Maddox (1668-1734), a Scottish-born minister and author who served as the President of Harvard College from 1717 to 1727.
Moving forward in time, Coner Lamport (1868-1941) was a British actor and playwright who gained recognition for his work in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Coner Cruise O'Brien (1917-2008), an Irish writer, historian, and political theorist, was also a notable figure who made significant contributions to Irish literature and intellectual discourse.
In more recent history, Coner Oberst (born 1980) is an American musician and songwriter, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of the indie rock band Bright Eyes. His unique name has helped to further establish the name Coner in contemporary popular culture.
While these examples highlight the historical and cultural significance of the name Coner, it's important to note that the name has evolved and taken on various spellings and forms over time, reflecting the diverse linguistic and regional influences that have shaped its usage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Coner over time
The chart below shows babies named Coner registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2001. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Coner, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2001, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Coner by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Coner was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #2220 | 5 | 1 |
| 1990s | #1813 | 25 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Coner
- Charlie 104,761
- Callum 65,796
- Connor 53,072
- Cameron 40,394
- Charles 33,091
- Christopher 26,849
- Caleb 15,553
- Corey 12,622
- Carter 11,505
- Cody 11,075
- Conor 10,298
- Christian 9,695
FAQ
Coner: questions and answers
How popular is the name Coner in the UK right now?
In 2001, Coner was ranked #2220 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Coner most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 9 babies registered as Coner in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Coner?
Of Irish origin, a diminutive form of the name Conor meaning "lover of wolves".
How many people are called Coner in the UK?
A total of 30 babies have been registered as Coner across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.