Houston vs Conor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Houston Rank #704
Conor Rank #709

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Houston or Conor more popular?

Houston is more popular, ranked #704 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Houston and Conor mean?

Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin). Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Houston and Conor boy or girl names?

Houston is primarily a boy name. Conor is primarily a boy name.

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