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Adrian vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
22,164
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Adrian Rank #72
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #72 for Adrian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Adrian at #72 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Liam mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Adrian and Liam boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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