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Conor vs Hugh

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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Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#765
Total SSA Count
332
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Conor Rank #709
Hugh Rank #765

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 vs #765 for Hugh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conor or Hugh more popular?

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Conor and Hugh mean?

Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Conor and Hugh boy or girl names?

Conor is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.

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