Abigail vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Abigail

Girl #32 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"father's joy"

Origin: Hebrew Avigayil from avi and gil

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32
Total SSA Count
5,499
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Abby, Abbie, Gail

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Abigail Rank #32
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #32 for Abigail.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Abigail ___

  • Abigail Grace
  • Abigail Rose
  • Abigail Jane
  • Abigail Mae
  • Abigail Elizabeth
  • Abigail Kate

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 Abigail

Hannah Samuel Benjamin Naomi Caleb

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abigail or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Abigail at #32 in the United States.

What do Abigail and Liam mean?

Abigail means "father's joy" (Hebrew Avigayil from avi and gil origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Abigail and Liam boy or girl names?

Abigail is primarily a girl name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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