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Liam vs Jude

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
22,164
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Jude Rank #156

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #156 for Jude.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Jude more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do Liam and Jude mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Jude boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.

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