Connor Kay

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Connor Kay — English
310K People worldwide
United States Most common in
2000s Peak popularity
Gender
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Connor Kay is a name that combines English origins. The first name Connor is a masculine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Kay: Kay is an English surname. It derives from the Old Breton and Welsh cai and the Cornish key meaning "wharf", or from the Old English coeg meaning "key". The surname is also a diminutive of MacKay and McKay. In England, the Kay(e)s of Lancashire and Yorkshire are believed to be related to the ancient Kaye family of Woodesham, Yorkshire, and there is also a Kay Family Association. Alan Kay, American computer scientist and visionary Alec Kay (1879–1917), Scottish footballer Alex J. Connor is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 310K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Connor reached peak popularity in the 2000s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Connor

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Kay

English

Kay is an English surname. It derives from the Old Breton and Welsh cai and the Cornish key meaning "wharf", or from the Old English coeg meaning "key". The surname is also a diminutive of MacKay and McKay. In England, the Kay(e)s of Lancashire and Yorkshire are believed to be related to the ancient Kaye family of Woodesham, Yorkshire, and there is also a Kay Family Association. Alan Kay, American computer scientist and visionary Alec Kay (1879–1917), Scottish footballer Alex J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Connor is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Connor by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Connor Kay

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Connor Kay:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Connor?
The first name Connor originates from English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
When was Connor most popular?
The name Connor reached its peak popularity during the 2000s.
What is the origin of the surname Kay?
The surname Kay originates from English. Kay is an English surname. It derives from the Old Breton and Welsh cai and the Cornish key meaning "wharf", or from the Old English coeg meaning "key". The surname is also a diminutive of MacKay and McKay. In England, the Kay(e)s of Lancashire and Yorkshire are believed to be related to the ancient Kaye family of Woodesham, Yorkshire, and there is also a Kay Family Association. Alan Kay, American computer scientist and visionary Alec Kay (1879–1917), Scottish footballer Alex J.
How common is the surname Kay?
The surname Kay is shared by approximately 24K people worldwide.
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