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Dean vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#136
Total SSA Count
2,606
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dean Rank #142
Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #142 for Dean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Dean at #142 in the United States.

What do Dean and Connor mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Dean and Connor boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.

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