Claire vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Claire

Girl #67 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"illustrious, renowned"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

French English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#67
Total SSA Count
3,329
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cla, Clai, Claiy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Claire Rank #67
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #67 for Claire.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Claire ___

  • Claire Elizabeth
  • Claire Anne
  • Claire Louise
  • Claire Olivia
  • Claire Marie
  • Claire Isabelle

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 Claire

Sophie Isabelle James Henry Rose

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claire or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Claire at #67 in the United States.

What do Claire and Liam mean?

Claire means "illustrious, renowned" (Old French origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Claire and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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