Back to Baby Names

Jefferson vs Conor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Jefferson Rank #711
Conor Rank #709

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 vs #711 for Jefferson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson or Conor more popular?

Conor is more popular, ranked #709 compared to Jefferson at #711 in the United States.

What do Jefferson and Conor mean?

Jefferson means "son of Jeffrey, son of God's peace" (Old English via Germanic origin). Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Jefferson and Conor boy or girl names?

Jefferson is primarily a boy name. Conor is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons