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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Strong wolf
- Origin
- Irish (Gaelic)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- KAH-nəl
Conal is an Irish (Gaelic) name that means "strong wolf." It's pronounced KAH-nəl, so it's easy to say and hard to mishear. If you want a name with a clear, sturdy meaning behind it that you won't hear on every playground, Conal fits.
Meaning & Origin of Conal
Meaning: Strong wolf.
Origin: Irish (Gaelic).
How to Pronounce Conal
KAH-nəlIPA /ˈkɒnəl/
Popularity of Conal
Conal has always been a rare name in the U.S. It peaked at #3761 in 1968 with just 6 babies, and by 2021 it ranked #12493 with 5 babies, so a child named Conal would almost certainly be the only one in their class.
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FAQ
What does the name Conal mean?
Strong wolf.
How do you pronounce Conal?
Conal is pronounced KAH-nəl (IPA: /ˈkɒnəl/).
Is Conal a popular name right now?
Conal peaked at #3761 in 1968 and is ranked #12493 as of 2021. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1963–2021.)
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