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Luke vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Luke

Boy #34 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"man from Lucania"

Origin: Greek Loukas referring to Lucania region of Italy

Cultural Roots

Greek English Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#34
Total SSA Count
7,039
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Luke Rank #34
Connor Rank #136

Luke is more popular, ranked #34 vs #136 for Connor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luke or Connor more popular?

Luke is more popular, ranked #34 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Luke and Connor mean?

Luke means "man from Lucania" (Greek Loukas referring to Lucania region of Italy origin). Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Luke and Connor boy or girl names?

Luke is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.

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