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Irish Baby Name · Boy

Conán

Pronounced: KO-nawn

Meaning: Little hound, little wolf

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About the name

Origin
Irish
English version
Conan
Variants
Conán
Stronghold region
Leinster

Overview

Borne by Conán Maol, a sharp-tongued warrior of the Fianna in the Fenian Cycle, and by several Irish saints.

The story behind Conán

Conán Maol was the Fianna's most quarrelsome member, prone to causing trouble and pulling away skin (and hair) when he sat on enchanted seats; despite his complaints he fought bravely with the Fianna in countless tales.

Mythology & legend

Member of the Fianna in the Fenian Cycle.

Did you know?

Conán Maol of the Fianna was a famously ill-tempered, balding warrior.

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