Liam vs Dawson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Irish English American

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Boy #139 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of David"

Origin: English

English American

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Liam Rank #1

Dawson Rank #139

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #139 for Dawson.

Is Liam or Dawson more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Dawson at #139 in the United States.

What do Liam and Dawson mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Dawson means "son of David" (English origin).

Are Liam and Dawson boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Dawson is primarily a boy name.