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Conrad
Means “brave counsel”, derived from the Germanic elements kuoni “brave” and rad “counsel”. This was the name of a 10th-century saint and bishop of Konstanz, in southern Germany. It was also borne by several medieval German kings and dukes. In England it was occasionally used during the Middle Ages, but has only been common since the 19th century when it was reintroduced from Germany.
Conor
Anglicized form of the Irish name Conchobar, derived from Old Irish con “hound, dog, wolf” and cobar “desiring”. It has been in use in Ireland for centuries and was the name of several Irish kings. It was also borne by the legendary Ulster king Conchobar mac Nessa, known for his tragic desire for Deirdre.