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Connor vs Cade

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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Cade

Boy #272 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round barrel, lump"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,260
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
Cade Rank #272

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #272 for Cade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Cade more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Cade at #272 in the United States.

What do Connor and Cade mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin).

Are Connor and Cade boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Cade is primarily a boy name.

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