Liam vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Irish English American

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Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish British Irish American

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Liam Rank #1

Ian Rank #75

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #75 for Ian.

Is Liam or Ian more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ian at #75 in the United States.

What do Liam and Ian mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Liam and Ian boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.