Connor vs Ian

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 #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish British Irish American

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Connor Rank #136

Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #136 for Connor.

Is Connor or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Ian mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Connor and Ian boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.