Connor vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Connor Rank #136

Leon Rank #141

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #141 for Leon.

Is Connor or Leon more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Leon at #141 in the United States.

What do Connor and Leon mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Connor and Leon boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.