Conner vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Conner

Boy #785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"chief desire"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#785
Total SSA Count
320
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Con

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Popularity Comparison

Conner Rank #785
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #785 for Conner.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Conner ___

  • Conner James
  • Conner Patrick
  • Conner Michael
  • Conner Ryan
  • Conner Sean
  • Conner Brendan

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Conner

Aidan Declan Brigid Siobhan Keegan

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conner or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Conner at #785 in the United States.

What do Conner and Theodore mean?

Conner means "chief desire" (Old Irish origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Conner and Theodore boy or girl names?

Conner is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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