Connor vs Lane

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
Lane Rank #261

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #261 for Lane.

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

Lane ___

  • Lane Michael
  • Lane Alexander
  • Lane Thomas
  • Lane William
  • Lane James
  • Lane Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Lane

Cole Grant Chase Reed Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Lane more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Lane at #261 in the United States.

What do Connor and Lane mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Lane means "narrow road, path" (Old English origin).

Are Connor and Lane boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Lane is primarily a boy name.

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