Neil vs Conner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"chief desire"

Origin: Old Irish

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Neil Rank #866

Conner Rank #785

Conner is more popular, ranked #785 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Conner more popular?

Conner is more popular, ranked #785 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Conner mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Conner means "chief desire" (Old Irish origin).

Are Neil and Conner boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Conner is primarily a boy name.