Kent vs Liem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
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

Kent Rank #1,636
Liem Rank #5,715

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Liem more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Kent and Liem mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Kent and Liem boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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