Connor vs Ryan

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 #87 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little king"

Origin: Irish Gaelic (O'Riain)

Irish English American

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Connor Rank #136

Ryan Rank #87

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 vs #136 for Connor.

Is Connor or Ryan more popular?

Ryan is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Ryan mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ryan means "little king" (Irish Gaelic (O'Riain) origin).

Are Connor and Ryan boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Ryan is primarily a boy name.