Adnan vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adnan

Boy #1,519 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"settler, one who stays in a place"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim South Asian Turkish Bosnian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,519
Total SSA Count
117
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Adi, Ad

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Adnan Rank #1,519
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1519 for Adnan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adnan ___

  • Adnan Mohammed
  • Adnan Hassan
  • Adnan Kareem
  • Adnan Yusuf
  • Adnan Ali

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 Adnan

Yasmin Ibrahim Fatima Bilal Nour

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adnan or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Adnan at #1519 in the United States.

What do Adnan and Liam mean?

Adnan means "settler, one who stays in a place" (Arabic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Adnan and Liam boy or girl names?

Adnan is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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