Eric vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Scandinavian English German French American

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Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish English American

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Eric Rank #252

Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Eric or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Connor mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Eric and Connor boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.