Love of the hero or valiant
Derived from the Irish surname Ó Conghalaigh, this name is rooted in the Gaelic word 'conghal', which combines 'con' (hound or wolf) and 'gal' (valor). It traditionally signifies a descendant of a brave or heroic individual. While historically a surname, it has transitioned into a distinctive given name with a spirited, rhythmic quality.
Less common today
Connelly isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,590 in 2020.
American writer and educator
A character in the film 'The Last of the Mohicans' · The Last of the Mohicans
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
