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Liams vs Barley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barley

Boy #24,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"barley grain, of the barley field"

Origin: Old English baerlic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24,885
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Liams Rank #25,049
Barley Rank #24,885

Barley is more popular, ranked #24885 vs #25049 for Liams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liams or Barley more popular?

Barley is more popular, ranked #24885 compared to Liams at #25049 in the United States.

What do Liams and Barley mean?

Barley means "barley grain, of the barley field" (Old English baerlic origin).

Are Liams and Barley boy or girl names?

Liams is primarily a boy name. Barley is primarily a boy name.

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