Connor vs Silas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #81 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of the forest"

Origin: Latin (Silvanus)

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Connor Rank #136

Silas Rank #81

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 vs #136 for Connor.

Is Connor or Silas more popular?

Silas is more popular, ranked #81 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Silas mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Silas means "of the forest" (Latin (Silvanus) origin).

Are Connor and Silas boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Silas is primarily a boy name.