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Mason vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
22,164
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mason Rank #42
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #42 for Mason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mason or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Mason at #42 in the United States.

What do Mason and Liam mean?

Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Mason and Liam boy or girl names?

Mason is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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