Glenn vs Liem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
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

Glenn Rank #1,366
Liem Rank #5,715

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Liem more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Liem mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Glenn and Liem boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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