Connor vs Maddox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maddox

Boy #215 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Madoc"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

American Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#215
Total SSA Count
1,665
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddy, Mad

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
Maddox Rank #215

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #215 for Maddox.

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

Maddox ___

  • Maddox James
  • Maddox Lee
  • Maddox Cole
  • Maddox Alexander
  • Maddox Thomas
  • Maddox William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Maddox

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Maddox more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Connor and Maddox mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin).

Are Connor and Maddox boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.

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