Connor vs Olivia

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
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Olivia mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Connor and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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