Bryan vs Connor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Connor

Boy #136 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#136
Total SSA Count
2,606
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Con, Connie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bryan Rank #306
Connor Rank #136

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #306 for Bryan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bryan ___

  • Bryan James
  • Bryan Michael
  • Bryan Lee
  • Bryan Patrick
  • Bryan Thomas
  • Bryan Joseph

Connor ___

  • Connor James
  • Connor Patrick
  • Connor Michael
  • Connor Ryan
  • Connor Thomas
  • Connor Sean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bryan

Kevin Sean Colleen Megan Connor

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bryan or Connor more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Bryan at #306 in the United States.

What do Bryan and Connor mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Bryan and Connor boy or girl names?

Bryan is primarily a boy name. Connor is primarily a boy name.

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