Conor vs Houston

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

Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Conor Rank #709
Houston Rank #704

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conor or Houston more popular?

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Conor and Houston mean?

Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Conor and Houston boy or girl names?

Conor is primarily a boy name. Houston is primarily a boy name.

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