Alex vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Alex Rank #205

Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Connor mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Alex and Connor boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.