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Shane vs Conor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#602
Total SSA Count
473
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Shane Rank #602
Conor Rank #709

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Conor more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Shane and Conor mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Shane and Conor boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Conor is primarily a boy name.

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