Nicholas vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nicholas

Boy #117 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"people's champion, victorious"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Nicholas Rank #117

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #117 for Nicholas.

Is Nicholas or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Nicholas at #117 in the United States.

What do Nicholas and Liam mean?

Nicholas means "people's champion, victorious" (Greek origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Nicholas and Liam boy or girl names?

Nicholas is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.