Elijah vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elijah

Boy #8 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Elijah Rank #8

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #8 for Elijah.

Is Elijah or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Elijah at #8 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Liam mean?

Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Elijah and Liam boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.