Connor vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish English American

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Connor Rank #136

Brandon Rank #230

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Connor or Brandon more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Connor and Brandon mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Connor and Brandon boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.