Cross vs Liem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cross

Boy #2,439 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"crossroads, cross"

Origin: Old English/Norse

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,439
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cross Rank #2,439
Liem Rank #5,715

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cross or Liem more popular?

Cross is more popular, ranked #2439 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Cross and Liem mean?

Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Cross and Liem boy or girl names?

Cross is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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