Berkeley 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

Berkeley Rank #2,383
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2383 for Berkeley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Berkeley ___

  • Berkeley Rose
  • Berkeley Grace
  • Berkeley Ann
  • Berkeley Marie
  • Berkeley Jane
  • Berkeley Claire

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 Berkeley

Hadley Avery Spencer Chandler Finley

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berkeley or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Berkeley at #2383 in the United States.

What do Berkeley and Liam mean?

Berkeley means "birch wood clearing" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Berkeley and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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