Connelly
KON-uh-lee
Popularity
#9036
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
Irish
Total Births
347
Peak Year
#34 in 2020
First Recorded
1991
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Irish surname meaning 'descendant of Conghal', a personal name derived from 'con' (high, wise) and 'gal' (valor).
Gender Split
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Jennifer Connelly
American actress
Personality Traits
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