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AthleteEnglish1992 – present

Conor Washington

Professional footballer, striker

Biography

Conor Washington (born April 4, 1992) is an English professional footballer who has built a career as a striker in the English Football League. Beginning his professional career with smaller clubs, Washington eventually gained prominence with Queens Park Rangers, where he demonstrated his abilities as a goal-scorer and playmaker. His performances earned him recognition at international level, earning caps for the England national team. Washington has played for numerous clubs throughout his career, including Charlton Athletic, Peterborough United, and various other English Football League sides, establishing himself as a reliable attacking player. His playing style is characterized by his pace, positioning, and ability to create opportunities for teammates. Throughout his career, Washington has competed at multiple levels of professional football, contributing to his clubs' efforts to achieve promotion and success. His career exemplifies the journeyman nature of professional football, where players move between clubs seeking consistent playing time and competitive opportunities.

The Name Conor

Conor Washington's career in English professional football has contributed to the name's prevalence in British sports culture.

Quick Facts
Category

Athlete

Nationality

English

Born

1992

Thinking about the name

Conor

Irish origin

The anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic Conchobhar, directly meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'high desire.' Conor is the original Irish spelling that gained international prominence through Irish actors and athletes, particularly UFC fighter Conor McGregor. It feels authentically Irish while being accessible worldwide.