Matteo vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matteo

Boy #138 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Matteo Rank #138

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #138 for Matteo.

Is Matteo or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Matteo at #138 in the United States.

What do Matteo and Liam mean?

Matteo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Matteo and Liam boy or girl names?

Matteo is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.