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Grant vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Grant Rank #241
Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #241 for Grant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Grant and Connor mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Grant and Connor boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.

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