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Roman vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
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

Roman Rank #52
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Roman and Liam mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Roman and Liam boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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