Liam vs Ethan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Irish English American

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Boy #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"permanent, long-lived"

Origin: Hebrew

English American Jewish Christian

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Liam Rank #1

Ethan Rank #19

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #19 for Ethan.

Is Liam or Ethan more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ethan at #19 in the United States.

What do Liam and Ethan mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Ethan boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Ethan is primarily a boy name.