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Deacon vs Conor

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

Deacon Rank #551
Conor Rank #709

Deacon is more popular, ranked #551 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deacon or Conor more popular?

Deacon is more popular, ranked #551 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Deacon and Conor mean?

Deacon means "servant, messenger" (Greek diakonos origin). Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Deacon and Conor boy or girl names?

Deacon is primarily a boy name. Conor is primarily a boy name.

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