Nicolas vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nicolas

Boy #184 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Nicolas Rank #184

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #184 for Nicolas.

Is Nicolas or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Nicolas at #184 in the United States.

What do Nicolas and Liam mean?

Nicolas means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Nicolas and Liam boy or girl names?

Nicolas is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.