Connor vs Harrison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harrison

Boy #121 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the ruler of the home"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#121
Total SSA Count
2,958
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Harry, Harris, Hare

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
Harrison Rank #121

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 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

Harrison ___

  • Harrison James
  • Harrison Cole
  • Harrison Reid
  • Harrison Scott
  • Harrison Ford
  • Harrison Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Harrison

Jackson Lincoln Eleanor Charlotte Fletcher

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Harrison more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Harrison mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Harrison means "descendant of the ruler of the home" (Old German origin).

Are Connor and Harrison boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Harrison is primarily a boy name.

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