Luan vs Niam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Luan

Boy #1,566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Albanian

Cultural Roots

Albanian Vietnamese Brazilian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,566
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Niam

Boy #1,435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, radiant"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,435
Total SSA Count
126
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Luan Rank #1,566
Niam Rank #1,435

Niam is more popular, ranked #1435 vs #1566 for Luan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luan or Niam more popular?

Niam is more popular, ranked #1435 compared to Luan at #1566 in the United States.

What do Luan and Niam mean?

Luan means "lion" (Albanian origin). Niam means "bright, radiant" (Old Irish origin).

Are Luan and Niam boy or girl names?

Luan is primarily a boy name. Niam is primarily a boy name.

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