National Connor Day is celebrated on April 1 to honour boys and males with the name Connor. The name Connor is of Irish Gaelic origin and is derived from the name ‘Conchobhar.’ It has been borne by a large number of significant figures throughout Irish history and mythology. It is generally accepted that Connor derives from the historical Gaelic word Conchobhar, which means “hound lover.” Conor, the Irish origin of the name, has a distinct spelling than Connor, the English form.
The background of National Connor Day
Seven of the first infants to receive this name were born in 1913, when it was first used. It was registered 4,605 times as a boy’s name in 1992, its most popular year, and it ranked number 80 on the list of the most popular infant names in the United States.
The name Connor is an anglicised form of the historical Gaelic name Conchobhar, which most etymologists agree meant “hound lover.” According to Irish mythology, Conchobhar (Connor) MacNessa, the legendary king of Ulster, was conceived at the same time as Jesus Christ. People remember him most for his unfortunate marriage to Deirdre.
Conchobhar, also known as Conor, was the name of a number of early Irish kings, and the name has been in use ever since antiquity, eventually giving birth to the surname O’Connor. People in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the Isle of Man continue to give their offspring the anglicised form of the name Conor in modern times.
The name has remained popular and is a wonderful choice for modern families with a deep affection for animals, especially dogs. Connors are represented by wolves and hounds because, in Celtic mythology, the legendary warriors depicted by the wolf and canines were revered and considered a blessing.
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National Conor Day Celebrations
Give your infant the name Connor
If you have not yet decided on a name for your offspring, consider Connor. It elicits feelings of reverence and integrity, making it an appropriate name for a child.
Call a Connor
You may wish National Connor Day to any Connor you know. If you attended high school or college with someone, you can call them today to reconnect.
Donate a Connor
If you have a close acquaintance or significant other named Connor, you can send him a gift to honour him. In any case, today is the optimal time to do so.
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Connor MacLeod is the name of the protagonist in the film adaptation of the “Highlander” series.
Connor Kenway is a fictional character who appears in the “Assassin’s Creed” video game series as a master assassin who is half-Mohawk and half-British and performs a pivotal role during the American Revolution.
Conner Kent, alias Superboy, is a fictional DC Comics superhero.
In the television series “Chicago Med,” Dr. Connor Rhodes is a trauma and cardiothoracic surgeon.
From the television series “The Vampire Diaries,” Connor Jordan is a vampire hunter.
NATIONAL CONNOR DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | April 1 | Saturday |
| 2024 | April 1 | Monday |
| 2025 | April 1 | Tuesday |
| 2026 | April 1 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | April 1 | Thursday |
