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Conor vs Trace

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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Trace

Boy #705 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"path, track, trail"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#705
Total SSA Count
380
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Conor Rank #709
Trace Rank #705

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conor or Trace more popular?

Trace is more popular, ranked #705 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Conor and Trace mean?

Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin). Trace means "path, track, trail" (Old French via English origin).

Are Conor and Trace boy or girl names?

Conor is primarily a boy name. Trace is primarily a boy name.

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