What origin is the name Connolly?

Connolly comes from Irish naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Connolly?

Names from the same irish tradition pair naturally with Connolly — for example Riley, Nora, Keira. You can browse more on our irish names page.

Connolly

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Connolly

Connolly

Boy

Irish

3 syllables

Connolly is an Irish boy's name meaning "Brave or wise.".

Parents who choose Connolly pick a boy name from the Irish tradition, meaning "Brave or wise.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Irish
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Brave or wise.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Connolly

What does Connolly mean?

Connolly is a boy name of Irish origin meaning "Brave or wise.".

How popular is Connolly?

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