Connor walks in the door with a handshake ready and a half-smile. The Anglicized form of the Irish Conchobhar, often interpreted as lover of hounds, it is the name of ancient Ulster kings in Celtic legend and of contemporary athletes and actors alike. After a long run in the American top 100, it has eased slightly to 136, still thoroughly familiar and thoroughly welcome. Two syllables, the hard C opening and the warm R closing, a kind of easy athleticism in the sound. Nickname Con is old-fashioned in the best way. Friendly, sturdy, a little bit adventurous. A name that keeps good company.
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- Carlos
- Matteo
- Jasper
- Dawson
- Calvin
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