Connor vs Brian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #301 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble, high"

Origin: Celtic

Irish English American Scottish

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Connor Rank #136

Brian Rank #301

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

Is Connor or Brian more popular?

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

What do Connor and Brian mean?

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

Are Connor and Brian boy or girl names?

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