Liam vs Nicolas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Boy #184 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Liam Rank #1

Nicolas Rank #184

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #184 for Nicolas.

Is Liam or Nicolas more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Nicolas at #184 in the United States.

What do Liam and Nicolas mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Nicolas means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Liam and Nicolas boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Nicolas is primarily a boy name.