Cole vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Cole Rank #162

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #162 for Cole.

Is Cole or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do Cole and Liam mean?

Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Cole and Liam boy or girl names?

Cole is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.