Conner

Conner is a spelling in the Connor and Conor family, connected with Irish Conchobar. The traditional interpretation is “lover of hounds.” A different gloss such as “wise counselor” should not be added simply because it appears in some descriptions of the name; the Irish name family provides the clearer historical explanation.

The er ending gives Conner a different appearance from Connor while usually preserving the same two-syllable sound. Con is an available short form, though the full name is already manageable. Families with a Conner surname may prefer to retain that exact spelling as an honor name. For parents choosing primarily by sound, the decision between the forms is largely visual and personal.