Abdullah vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Abdullah Rank #782
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #782 for Abdullah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abdullah ___

  • Abdullah Muhammad
  • Abdullah Ali
  • Abdullah Omar
  • Abdullah Hassan
  • Abdullah Khalid
  • Abdullah Ibrahim

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 Abdullah

Ibrahim Fatimah Zainab Omar Aisha

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abdullah or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Abdullah at #782 in the United States.

What do Abdullah and Liam mean?

Abdullah means "slave of Allah" (Arabic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Abdullah and Liam boy or girl names?

Abdullah is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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