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Gunnar vs Conway

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gunnar

Boy #601 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold warrior, battle army"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norwegian Swedish Icelandic Danish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#601
Total SSA Count
474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gunnar Rank #601
Conway Rank #1,531

Gunnar is more popular, ranked #601 vs #1531 for Conway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gunnar or Conway more popular?

Gunnar is more popular, ranked #601 compared to Conway at #1531 in the United States.

What do Gunnar and Conway mean?

Gunnar means "bold warrior, battle army" (Old Norse origin). Conway means "hound of the plain" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Gunnar and Conway boy or girl names?

Gunnar is primarily a boy name. Conway is primarily a boy name.

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