Back to Baby Names

Conor vs Pierce

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Conor Rank #709
Pierce Rank #541

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conor or Pierce more popular?

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Conor and Pierce mean?

Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin). Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Conor and Pierce boy or girl names?

Conor is primarily a boy name. Pierce is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons