Charles vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charles

Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Charles Rank #51

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #51 for Charles.

Is Charles or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Charles at #51 in the United States.

What do Charles and Liam mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Charles and Liam boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.