Ian vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish British Irish 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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Ian Rank #75

Connor Rank #136

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #136 for Connor.

Is Ian or Connor more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Ian and Connor mean?

Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ian and Connor boy or girl names?

Ian is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.