Brian vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brian

Boy #301 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble, high"

Origin: Celtic

Irish English American Scottish

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Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish English American

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Brian Rank #301

Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #301 for Brian.

Is Brian or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Brian at #301 in the United States.

What do Brian and Connor mean?

Brian means "noble, high" (Celtic origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Brian and Connor boy or girl names?

Brian is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.