Connor vs Elijah

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

Connor Rank #136
Elijah Rank #8

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #136 for Connor.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Connor ___

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

Elijah ___

  • Elijah James
  • Elijah Thomas
  • Elijah Alexander
  • Elijah Joseph
  • Elijah Samuel
  • Elijah David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Elijah

Noah Isaac Isaiah Olivia Naomi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Elijah more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Elijah mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Connor and Elijah boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Elijah is primarily a boy name.

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