Back to Baby Names

Connor vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

David

Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish French Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
7,317
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #136 for Connor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and David mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Connor and David boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons