Bobby vs Lyam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bobby

Boy #1,126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German

English American Irish

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Boy #1,094 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Germanic via Irish

Irish American English

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Bobby Rank #1,126

Lyam Rank #1,094

Lyam is more popular, ranked #1094 vs #1126 for Bobby.

Is Bobby or Lyam more popular?

Lyam is more popular, ranked #1094 compared to Bobby at #1126 in the United States.

What do Bobby and Lyam mean?

Bobby means "bright fame" (Old High German origin). Lyam means "resolute protector, strong-willed warrior" (Germanic via Irish origin).

Are Bobby and Lyam boy or girl names?

Bobby is primarily a boy name. Lyam is primarily a boy name.