Anthony vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anthony

Boy #44 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Priceless; of inestimable worth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44
Total SSA Count
6,326
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tony, Ant, Tone

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Anthony Rank #44
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #44 for Anthony.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anthony ___

  • Anthony James
  • Anthony Michael
  • Anthony Robert
  • Anthony William
  • Anthony Joseph
  • Anthony Paul

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 Anthony

Michael Joseph Nicholas Maria Catherine

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anthony or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Anthony at #44 in the United States.

What do Anthony and Liam mean?

Anthony means "Priceless; of inestimable worth" (Latin origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Anthony and Liam boy or girl names?

Anthony is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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