Fox vs Lyam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fox

Boy #1,113 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the fox, cunning animal"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,113
Total SSA Count
192
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Lyam

Boy #1,094 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Germanic via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,094
Total SSA Count
198
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Fox Rank #1,113
Lyam Rank #1,094

Lyam is more popular, ranked #1094 vs #1113 for Fox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox or Lyam more popular?

Lyam is more popular, ranked #1094 compared to Fox at #1113 in the United States.

What do Fox and Lyam mean?

Fox means "the fox, cunning animal" (Old English origin). Lyam means "resolute protector, strong-willed warrior" (Germanic via Irish origin).

Are Fox and Lyam boy or girl names?

Fox is primarily a boy name. Lyam is primarily a boy name.

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