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Dillon vs Conner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dillon

Boy #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great tide, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#870
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Conner

Boy #785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"chief desire"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#785
Total SSA Count
320
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dillon Rank #870
Conner Rank #785

Conner is more popular, ranked #785 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dillon or Conner more popular?

Conner is more popular, ranked #785 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Dillon and Conner mean?

Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin). Conner means "chief desire" (Old Irish origin).

Are Dillon and Conner boy or girl names?

Dillon is primarily a boy name. Conner is primarily a boy name.

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