Abdul vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abdul

Boy #1,818 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"worshipper, devotee"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Islamic South Asian African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,818
Total SSA Count
89
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Abdi, Ab

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Abdul Rank #1,818
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1818 for Abdul.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abdul ___

  • Abdul Rahman
  • Abdul Kareem
  • Abdul Malik
  • Abdul Rahim
  • Abdul Aziz
  • Abdul Jabbar

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Abdul

Ahmad Ibrahim Fatima Aisha Omar

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abdul or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Abdul at #1818 in the United States.

What do Abdul and Liam mean?

Abdul means "worshipper, devotee" (Arabic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Abdul and Liam boy or girl names?

Abdul is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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