Owen vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Owen

Boy #26 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"young warrior"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

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Owen Rank #26

Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #26 for Owen.

Is Owen or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Owen at #26 in the United States.

What do Owen and Liam mean?

Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Owen and Liam boy or girl names?

Owen is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.