Connor vs Finn

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

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Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
Finn Rank #198

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #198 for Finn.

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

Finn ___

  • Finn James
  • Finn Patrick
  • Finn Oliver
  • Finn Alexander
  • Finn William
  • Finn Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Finn

Liam Declan Rowan Piper Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Finn more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Finn at #198 in the United States.

What do Connor and Finn mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Finn means "fair, white, bright" (Old Irish origin).

Are Connor and Finn boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Finn is primarily a boy name.

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