Connor vs Dawson

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 #139 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of David"

Origin: English

English American

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Connor Rank #136

Dawson Rank #139

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #139 for Dawson.

Is Connor or Dawson more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Dawson at #139 in the United States.

What do Connor and Dawson mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Dawson means "son of David" (English origin).

Are Connor and Dawson boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Dawson is primarily a boy name.