UK surname
An Anglicized version of the Irish surname Ó Conchobhair, meaning descendant of Conchobhar.
In the 1881 census there were 102 people recorded with the Conor surname, ranking it #19,518 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 49, ranked #34,957, down from #19,518 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Horfield, Manchester and Wigan. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Conor is 146 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 52.0%.
1881 census count
102
Ranked #19,518
Modern count
49
2016, ranked #34,957
Peak year
1861
146 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1881
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Conor surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Conor surname density by area, 1881 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 | 92 | #18,050 |
| 1861 | historical | 146 | #15,628 |
| 1881 | historical | 102 | #19,518 |
| 1891 | historical | 63 | #28,881 |
| 1901 | historical | 48 | #28,808 |
| 1911 | historical | 41 | #28,802 |
| 1997 | modern | 23 | #35,484 |
| 1998 | modern | 21 | #35,788 |
| 1999 | modern | 18 | #36,151 |
| 2000 | modern | 14 | #36,522 |
| 2001 | modern | 13 | #36,483 |
| 2002 | modern | 17 | #36,164 |
| 2003 | modern | 16 | #36,304 |
| 2004 | modern | 19 | #36,147 |
| 2005 | modern | 17 | #36,407 |
| 2006 | modern | 12 | #37,014 |
| 2007 | modern | 16 | #36,714 |
| 2008 | modern | 15 | #36,843 |
| 2009 | modern | 17 | #36,753 |
| 2010 | modern | 18 | #36,774 |
| 2011 | modern | 29 | #36,004 |
| 2012 | modern | 35 | #35,645 |
| 2013 | modern | 41 | #35,384 |
| 2014 | modern | 47 | #35,097 |
| 2015 | modern | 44 | #35,212 |
| 2016 | modern | 49 | #34,957 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Horfield, Manchester, Wigan, St Paul Deptford, St Nicholas Deptford and Llanfihangel Llantarnam. 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 | Horfield | Gloucestershire |
| 2 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 3 | Wigan | Lancashire |
| 4 | St Paul Deptford, St Nicholas Deptford | London (South Districts) |
| 5 | Llanfihangel Llantarnam | Monmouthshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Conor 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 Conor, 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 Conor surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Conor 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, Conor 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 Conor is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Conor, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Conor originated in Ireland and is an anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic name Ó Conchobhair. It is derived from the personal name Conchobhar, which means "lover of hounds" or "wolf-lover". This name can be traced back to the 7th century and is associated with the ancient ruling dynasty of Connacht, one of the four medieval Irish kingdoms.
The Conor surname is predominantly found in the western provinces of Ireland, particularly in counties such as Roscommon, Sligo, and Mayo. The first recorded instances of the name can be found in the Annals of the Four Masters, a chronicle of medieval Irish history compiled by Franciscan monks in the 17th century.
One of the earliest and most notable figures with the surname Conor was Toirdhealbhach Ua Conchobhair (1088-1156), who was the King of Connacht and the last High King of Ireland before the Norman invasion. He is renowned for his efforts to unite the Irish kingdoms and his patronage of the arts and literature.
Another prominent figure was Felim Ó Conchobhair (1152-1265), who was the King of Connacht from 1233 to 1265. He played a pivotal role in the Irish resistance against the Norman invasion and is remembered for his military prowess and political acumen.
In the 16th century, Ruaidhrí Ó Conchobhair (1560-1629) was a renowned Irish chieftain and military leader who fought against the English forces during the Nine Years' War. He is celebrated for his bravery and his defense of Irish sovereignty.
During the Irish Confederate Wars of the 17th century, Rory O'Conor (1627-1701) was a prominent figure who served as the President of the Irish Confederation from 1642 to 1644. He was a staunch defender of Catholic rights and played a crucial role in the Irish struggle for independence against English rule.
In more recent times, the surname has been carried by individuals such as Charles O'Conor (1804-1884), an Irish lawyer and historian who was a prominent advocate for Irish nationalism and cultural revival in the 19th century.
The Conor surname has a rich history and is deeply rooted in the annals of Irish culture and heritage. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient ruling dynasties of Ireland, and it has been borne by many notable figures throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Conor 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 30 Conors recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.02x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 30 | 3.02x |
| Lancashire | 21 | 1.78x |
| Cheshire | 10 | 4.55x |
| Kent | 10 | 2.95x |
| Northumberland | 7 | 4.73x |
| Yorkshire | 6 | 0.61x |
| Durham | 3 | 1.01x |
| Monmouthshire | 3 | 4.17x |
| Surrey | 3 | 0.62x |
| Hampshire | 2 | 0.98x |
| Lanarkshire | 2 | 0.62x |
| Shropshire | 2 | 2.33x |
| Angus | 1 | 1.09x |
| Cumberland | 1 | 1.17x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.51x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Byker in Northumberland leads with 7 Conors recorded in 1881 and an index of 95.63x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Byker | 7 | 95.63x |
| Deptford St Paul | 7 | 26.74x |
| Hackney London | 7 | 12.55x |
| Tranmere | 7 | 86.74x |
| Kirkdale | 6 | 30.21x |
| Ratcliffe London | 6 | 109.29x |
| St Marylebone London | 6 | 11.30x |
| Bethnal Green London | 5 | 11.57x |
| Bilton Cum Harrogate | 4 | 118.69x |
| Cheetham | 4 | 45.45x |
| Fulham London | 4 | 27.72x |
| Liverpool | 4 | 5.58x |
| Birkenhead | 3 | 17.14x |
| Bermondsey | 2 | 6.75x |
| Bradford | 2 | 36.23x |
| Deptford St Nicholas | 2 | 74.35x |
| Keighley | 2 | 19.03x |
| Lilleshall | 2 | 152.67x |
| Portsea | 2 | 5.01x |
| Trevethin | 2 | 29.46x |
| Dedham | 1 | 166.67x |
| Elvet | 1 | 46.73x |
| Esh | 1 | 46.51x |
| Gateshead | 1 | 4.51x |
| Glasgow | 1 | 1.75x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 1.15x |
| Liff Benvie | 1 | 7.15x |
| Manchester | 1 | 1.88x |
| Maryhill | 1 | 15.87x |
| Milton In Gravesend | 1 | 19.65x |
| Oldham | 1 | 2.62x |
| Oswaldtwistle | 1 | 23.98x |
| Spitalfields London | 1 | 13.37x |
| St Woollos | 1 | 12.45x |
| Toxteth Park | 1 | 2.50x |
| Whitechapel London | 1 | 10.19x |
| Whitehaven | 1 | 21.93x |
| Wigan | 1 | 6.06x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Conor surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
| Name | Count |
|---|---|
| Mary | 9 |
| Ellen | 5 |
| Esther | 3 |
| Anne | 2 |
| Bridget | 2 |
| Catherine | 2 |
| Eliza | 2 |
| Fanny | 2 |
| Margaret | 2 |
| Sarah | 2 |
| Annie | 1 |
| Catharine | 1 |
| Charlotte | 1 |
| Edith | 1 |
| Emily | 1 |
| Emma | 1 |
| Ethel | 1 |
| Florence | 1 |
| Frances | 1 |
| Hellen | 1 |
| Honora | 1 |
| Johanna | 1 |
| Julia | 1 |
| Kate | 1 |
| Lillian | 1 |
| Lucy | 1 |
| Margarett | 1 |
| Margrate | 1 |
| Martha | 1 |
| Meria | 1 |
| Phebea | 1 |
| William | 1 |
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Conor 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 Conor households.
FAQ
In 1881, 102 people were recorded with the Conor surname. That placed it at #19,518 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 49 in 2016. That gives Conor a modern rank of #34,957.
An Anglicized version of the Irish surname Ó Conchobhair, meaning descendant of Conchobhar.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Conor 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.