Connor vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Irish English American

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Connor Rank #136

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #136 for Connor.

Is Connor or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Liam mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Connor and Liam boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.