Ames 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

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Popularity Comparison

Ames Rank #2,018
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2018 for Ames.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ames ___

  • Ames River
  • Ames Cole
  • Ames James
  • Ames Elliott
  • Ames Harrison
  • Ames Grey

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 Ames

Hayes Brooks Reeve Sloane Greer

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ames or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ames at #2018 in the United States.

What do Ames and Liam mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Ames and Liam boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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