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Conor vs Lance

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
Lance Rank #843

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 vs #843 for Lance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conor or Lance more popular?

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 compared to Lance at #843 in the United States.

What do Conor and Lance mean?

Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin). Lance means "spear, lance" (French/Latin origin).

Are Conor and Lance boy or girl names?

Conor is primarily a boy name. Lance is primarily a boy name.

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