Liam vs Charles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Boy #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Germanic

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Liam Rank #1

Charles Rank #51

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #51 for Charles.

Is Liam or Charles more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Charles at #51 in the United States.

What do Liam and Charles mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Charles boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Charles is primarily a boy name.