UK surname
An English surname derived from the Middle English word "conere" meaning a rabbit keeper or warrener.
In the 1881 census there were 31 people recorded with the Coner surname, ranking it #29,218 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 23, ranked #36,457, down from #29,218 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Knaresborough (Bilton and Harrogate, Scriven with Tentergate, Knaresborough), Pannall, Stepney and Ham, East. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Coner is 114 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 25.8%.
1881 census count
31
Ranked #29,218
Modern count
23
2016, ranked #36,457
Peak year
1861
114 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Coner surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Coner surname density by area, 1861 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 98 | #17,383 |
| 1861 | historical | 114 | #19,011 |
| 1881 | historical | 31 | #29,218 |
| 1891 | historical | 44 | #30,838 |
| 1901 | historical | 26 | #31,152 |
| 1911 | historical | 10 | #32,609 |
| 1997 | modern | 24 | #35,376 |
| 1998 | modern | 18 | #36,135 |
| 1999 | modern | 19 | #36,041 |
| 2000 | modern | 11 | #36,879 |
| 2001 | modern | 13 | #36,483 |
| 2002 | modern | 13 | #36,570 |
| 2003 | modern | 11 | #36,842 |
| 2004 | modern | 11 | #36,969 |
| 2005 | modern | 12 | #36,936 |
| 2006 | modern | 14 | #36,801 |
| 2007 | modern | 13 | #36,990 |
| 2008 | modern | 13 | #37,056 |
| 2009 | modern | 16 | #36,850 |
| 2010 | modern | 17 | #36,862 |
| 2011 | modern | 15 | #37,030 |
| 2012 | modern | 19 | #36,641 |
| 2013 | modern | 21 | #36,561 |
| 2014 | modern | 21 | #36,577 |
| 2015 | modern | 22 | #36,493 |
| 2016 | modern | 23 | #36,457 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Knaresborough (Bilton and Harrogate, Scriven with Tentergate, Knaresborough), Pannall, Stepney, Ham, East, Hawarden and Kenwyn, Tregavethan. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Knaresborough (Bilton and Harrogate, Scriven with Tentergate, Knaresborough), Pannall | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 2 | Stepney | London (East Districts) |
| 3 | Ham, East | Essex |
| 4 | Hawarden | Cheshire |
| 5 | Kenwyn, Tregavethan | Cornwall |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Coner surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Coner, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Coner surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Coner household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Coner is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Coner is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Coner, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Coner has its origins in Ireland, with records dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to be an anglicized version of the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Conaire, derived from the personal name Conaire, which means "wisdom" or "reason."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Annals of the Four Masters, a chronicle of medieval Irish history compiled in the early 17th century. The annals mention several individuals with the surname Ó Conaire, indicating that the family held a prominent position in certain regions of Ireland during that time.
Over the centuries, the surname underwent various spelling variations, including Coner, Conner, Conor, and O'Conor. These variations were likely influenced by regional dialects and the personal preferences of individual families.
In the 16th century, the Coner family had a strong presence in County Roscommon, particularly in the baronies of Boyle and Ballintober. Several members of the family were landowners and played significant roles in local affairs.
One notable figure was Sir Hugh Coner (1550-1624), who served as a Member of Parliament for County Roscommon in the early 17th century. He was also a successful lawyer and held the position of Chief Baron of the Exchequer in Ireland.
Another prominent individual was Roderic O'Conor (1116-1198), the last High King of Ireland from the O'Conor dynasty. He ruled during a turbulent period marked by conflicts with the Anglo-Normans, who had begun their invasion of Ireland in the late 12th century.
In the 18th century, the Coner name appeared in various historical records related to County Mayo. One such individual was James Coner (1732-1804), a prominent landowner and member of the Irish gentry.
The surname Coner also has a presence in other parts of the world, including the United States and Canada, due to Irish immigration. One notable bearer of the name was William James Coner (1870-1940), an American Catholic priest and educator who served as the president of Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Throughout history, the surname Coner has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including landowners, politicians, lawyers, clergy, and educators. While the name may have undergone spelling variations over time, its Irish roots and historical significance remain a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Emerald Isle.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Coner surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 6 Coners recorded in 1881 and an index of 1.92x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 6 | 1.92x |
| Hampshire | 5 | 7.82x |
| Lancashire | 5 | 1.35x |
| Aberdeenshire | 2 | 6.92x |
| Channel Islands | 2 | 21.62x |
| Gloucestershire | 2 | 3.27x |
| Yorkshire | 2 | 0.65x |
| Argyllshire | 1 | 11.51x |
| Ayrshire | 1 | 4.28x |
| Buckinghamshire | 1 | 5.30x |
| Cambridgeshire | 1 | 5.06x |
| Durham | 1 | 1.08x |
| Lanarkshire | 1 | 0.99x |
| Renfrewshire | 1 | 4.14x |
| Suffolk | 1 | 2.63x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Paddington London in Middlesex leads with 4 Coners recorded in 1881 and an index of 34.87x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Paddington London | 4 | 34.87x |
| Southampton St Mary | 4 | 99.50x |
| Aberdeen St Nicholas | 2 | 36.97x |
| Clifton | 2 | 64.72x |
| Kirkdale | 2 | 32.10x |
| St Peter Port | 2 | 116.96x |
| Bow London | 1 | 25.19x |
| Broughton In Salford | 1 | 29.50x |
| Govan | 1 | 4.01x |
| Hunslet | 1 | 20.75x |
| Islington London | 1 | 3.31x |
| Kilfinan | 1 | 434.78x |
| Kilmarnock | 1 | 35.97x |
| Liverpool | 1 | 4.45x |
| March | 1 | 151.52x |
| Port Glasgow | 1 | 85.47x |
| Ringwood | 1 | 243.90x |
| Stockton On Tees | 1 | 22.37x |
| Sudbourne | 1 | 1666.67x |
| Wardleworth | 1 | 47.17x |
| Wendover | 1 | 500.00x |
| York St John Micklegate | 1 | 1428.57x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Coner surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Coner surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Coner households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 5 |
| Labourer | 2 |
| Bricklayer | 1 |
| Charwoman | 1 |
| Civil Service Messr | 1 |
| Coach Trimmer | 1 |
| Flax Spinner | 1 |
| Fuller In Carpet Works | 1 |
| General Laborer | 1 |
| Laborer | 1 |
| Labourer For Bricksetter (MKR) | 1 |
| Labourer In Ironworks | 1 |
| Locomotive Engine Cleaner (On Rail) | 1 |
| No Occupation | 1 |
| Stonemason | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 31 people were recorded with the Coner surname. That placed it at #29,218 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 23 in 2016. That gives Coner a modern rank of #36,457.
An English surname derived from the Middle English word "conere" meaning a rabbit keeper or warrener.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Coner bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.