Conchur
Irish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Conchur
Conchur is an Irish name derived from the Old Irish "Conchobair," composed of "conch" (hound) and "obair" (help/prosperity), meaning "hound of help" or "wolf lover." The name is primarily used in Irish culture and has strong historical significance, notably borne by Conchobar mac Nessa, a legendary king of Ulster in medieval Irish mythology and the Ulster Cycle.
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Etymology
Conchur is an Irish name derived from the Old Irish "Conchobair," composed of "conch" (hound) and "obair" (help/prosperity), meaning "hound of help" or "wolf lover." The name is primarily used in Irish culture and has strong historical significance, notably borne by Conchobar mac Nessa, a legendary king of Ulster in medieval Irish mythology and the Ulster Cycle.
Conchur currently ranks #392 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1997.
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