| Meaning | little wolf | 
| Origin | Gaelic, Irish | 
| Gender | Boy | 
| Popularity | Moderate | 
| Length | 5 | 
| Syllables | 2 | 
| Syllabification | Co-nan | 
Bold and memorable, Conan makes an immediate impression with its sharp, concise sound. This powerful single-syllable name (or two, depending on pronunciation) conveys strength without aggression. Parents choosing Conan often value names that feel substantial yet unencumbered by excess syllables.
The name carries an adventurous spirit, suggesting someone unafraid to forge their own path. Its literary and cultural associations lend it depth beyond mere sound, connecting your child to rich storytelling traditions.
Conan resists easy categorization—it feels both ancient and contemporary, familiar yet unexpected. The name's brevity makes it impossible to forget and difficult to mispronounce, practical advantages that serve children well throughout life. For parents seeking something distinctive without venturing into invented territory, Conan delivers authenticity with edge. It suits both rambunctious youngsters and thoughtful adults, adapting naturally as your child grows and develops his unique personality.
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    | Conan O'Brien | American television host and comedian | 
| Conan Stevens | Australian actor and former professional wrestler | 
| Conan Gray | American singer-songwriter | 
| Conan Lee | Hong Kong martial artist and actor | 
| Conan Doherty | Irish footballer | 
| Conan Osíris | Portuguese singer | 
| Conan Nolan | American journalist | 
| Conan Mara | Irish rugby player | 
| Conan Elliott | American golf instructor | 
| Conan Sweeny | Irish cricketer | 
| Conan Businger | American composer | 
| Conan Amituanai | New Zealand rugby player | 
| Conan Tobias | South African musician | 
| Conan Hayes | American surfer | 
| Conan Whitehead | English darts player | 
| Conan Byrne | Irish footballer | 
| Conan McCaughey | Northern Irish boxer | 
| Conan McDonnell | Irish rugby player | 
| Conan Hawkins | British musician | 
| Conan Visser | South African cricketer | 
| Conan the Barbarian | Fictional character created by Robert E. Howard | 
| Conan Edogawa | Main character in the manga and anime series "Detective Conan" | 
| Conan the Farmer | Protagonist in Ursula K. Le Guin's short story "The Rule of Names" | 
| Conan the Librarian | Fictional character in the movie "UHF" | 
| Conan Stevens | Character in the video game "Fallout - New Vegas" | 
| Conan Antonio Motti | Minor character in "Star Wars - Episode IV - A New Hope" | 
| Conan Kewley | Character in the British TV series "Ripper Street" | 
| Conan Edo | Character in the novel "Snow Crash" by Neal Stephenson | 
| Conan McNair | Character in the video game "L.A. Noire" | 
| Conan Roche | Character in the novel "The Ape Who Guards the Balance" by Elizabeth Peters | 
| Conan Edington | Character in the TV series "Monarch of the Glen" | 
| Conan Shaw | Character in the TV series "Nashville" | 
| Conan O'Herlihy | Character in the TV series "Jack Irish" | 
| Conan McDougall | Character in the TV series "EastEnders" | 
| Conan Thompson | Character in the novel "When You Are Engulfed in Flames" by David Sedaris | 
| Conan McLachlan | Character in the TV series "Call the Midwife" | 
| Conan Davis | Character in the novel "The Smoking Diaries" by Simon Gray | 
| Conan Fischer | Character in the TV series "Hollyoaks" |