Conway
Conway: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɒnweɪ/
Meaning and origin of Conway
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Anglicization of Welsh Conwy
How popular is Conway?
Since 1880, 11 girls and 2,921 boys in the U.S. have been named Conway (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #13872 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #895 in 1881. In 2025, 152 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Conway FAQ
What does the name Conway mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Anglicization of Welsh Conwy
What is the origin of the name Conway?
Conway is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Conway?
Since 1880, 11 girls and 2,921 boys in the U.S. have been named Conway (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #13872 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #895 in 1881. In 2025, 152 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Conway a boy or girl name?
Conway is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 11 girls and 2,921 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.