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Connor vs Anthony

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#136
Total SSA Count
2,606
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Anthony

Boy #44 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Priceless; of inestimable worth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44
Total SSA Count
6,326
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
Anthony Rank #44

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 vs #136 for Connor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Anthony more popular?

Anthony is more popular, ranked #44 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Anthony mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin).

Are Connor and Anthony boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Anthony is primarily a boy name.

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