Avraham 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

Popularity Comparison

Avraham Rank #1,028
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1028 for Avraham.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avraham ___

  • Avraham Moshe
  • Avraham David
  • Avraham Yosef
  • Avraham Shlomo
  • Avraham Natan
  • Avraham Yitzhak

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 Avraham

Sara Rivka Leah Rachel Yitzhak

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avraham or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Avraham at #1028 in the United States.

What do Avraham and Liam mean?

Avraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Avraham and Liam boy or girl names?

Avraham is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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