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Conor vs Dereck

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Conor

Boy #709 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds, hound-desiring"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#709
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Conor Rank #709
Dereck Rank #665

Dereck is more popular, ranked #665 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conor or Dereck more popular?

Dereck is more popular, ranked #665 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Conor and Dereck mean?

Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin). Dereck means "ruler of the people" (Germanic/Old Dutch origin).

Are Conor and Dereck boy or girl names?

Conor is primarily a boy name. Dereck is primarily a boy name.

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