Conley

Conley: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex nameIrish origin

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkΙ’nli/

Meaning and origin of Conley

  • A male given name from Irish, transferred from the surname.

Etymology

Anglicization of Irish Γ“ Conghalaigh and Γ“ Conghaile, patronyms of Conghalach. Doublet of Connolly

How popular is Conley?

99U.S. babies in 2025
#709peak rank (1905)
4,661babies since 1880

Since 1880, 600 girls and 4,061 boys in the U.S. have been named Conley (13% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3083 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #709 in 1905. In 2025, 99 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Conley FAQ

What does the name Conley mean?

A male given name from Irish, transferred from the surname. Anglicization of Irish Γ“ Conghalaigh and Γ“ Conghaile, patronyms of Conghalach. Doublet of Connolly

What is the origin of the name Conley?

Conley is listed as a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Conley?

Since 1880, 600 girls and 4,061 boys in the U.S. have been named Conley (13% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3083 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #709 in 1905. In 2025, 99 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Conley a boy or girl name?

Conley is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (600 girls and 4,061 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.