Holding steady.
Popularity of Conny since 1931
Babies named Conny per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 | 11 |
| 1940s | 59 | 74 |
| 1950s | 98 | 62 |
| 1960s | 108 | 6 |
| 1970s | 23 | 6 |
| 1980s | 6 | 0 |
| 1990s | 61 | 0 |
| 2000s | 37 | 0 |
| 2010s | 16 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Conny first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1933, and its usage peaked in 1963, when it saw its highest recorded number of births. Since then, it has maintained a stable but low profile, with no significant resurgence. The name's trajectory is stable, and it has not been concentrated in any particular state. As a diminutive, Conny carries a friendly, approachable sound, often used as a nickname before becoming a standalone given name. Its varied etymology from multiple root names gives it a subtle depth, though it remains primarily a casual, affectionate choice rather than a formal one.
Conny originated as a pet form of several names, most notably Conrad (from Old High German 'kuoni' meaning 'bold' and 'rat' meaning 'counsel'), Constance (Latin 'constantia' meaning 'steadfastness'), and Cornelius (Latin 'cornu' meaning 'horn'). It became a given name in its own right, particularly in Germany, Scandinavia, and English-speaking countries, where it was often used as a nickname before being adopted on birth certificates.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Conny
Names that share Conny's style, for a brother or sister.
