Liem vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish British Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
4,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Liem Rank #5,715
Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Ian mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Liem and Ian boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

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