Amani 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

Amani Rank #634
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #634 for Amani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amani ___

  • Amani Grace
  • Amani Rose
  • Amani Faith
  • Amani Joy
  • Amani Nicole

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 Amani

Zara Imani Jabari Aaliyah Kofi

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amani or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Amani at #634 in the United States.

What do Amani and Liam mean?

Amani means "peace, tranquility" (Swahili origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Amani and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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