Cassian vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cassian

Boy #617 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Cassian family (Roman gens)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#617
Total SSA Count
462
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cass, Cas

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cassian Rank #617
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #617 for Cassian.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cassian ___

  • Cassian James
  • Cassian Alexander
  • Cassian Oliver
  • Cassian Alaric
  • Cassian Frederick
  • Cassian Julian

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 Cassian

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If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassian or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cassian at #617 in the United States.

What do Cassian and Liam mean?

Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Cassian and Liam boy or girl names?

Cassian is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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