Connor vs Mia

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

Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 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

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Mia mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Connor and Mia boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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