Connor vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Connor Rank #136

Eric Rank #252

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Connor or Eric more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Connor and Eric mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Connor and Eric boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.