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Liem vs Koa

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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Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Liem Rank #5,715
Koa Rank #292

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Koa more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Koa mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Liem and Koa boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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