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Eugene vs Conor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eugene

Boy #871 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"well-born, of noble birth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#871
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Eugene Rank #871
Conor Rank #709

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 vs #871 for Eugene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eugene or Conor more popular?

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 compared to Eugene at #871 in the United States.

What do Eugene and Conor mean?

Eugene means "well-born, of noble birth" (Greek origin). Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Eugene and Conor boy or girl names?

Eugene is primarily a boy name. Conor is primarily a boy name.

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