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Conroy

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Type Surname (from given name)
Usage Irish
Pronounced Pron. /ˈkɑn.ɹɔɪ/(American English)
/ˈkɒn.ɹɔɪ/(British English)
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Meaning & History

Anglicized form of Irish Ó Conaire, which means "descendant of Conaire". Conaire is a nickname meaning "hound keeper".

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VariantsConnery, Ó Conaire

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animals, canines, US Catholic bishops
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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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