Connor vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Connor at #136 in the United States.

What do Connor and Theodore mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Connor and Theodore boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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