Clive vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clive

Boy #2,057 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near a steep bank"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,057
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Cli, Cly, Clie

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clive Rank #2,057
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2057 for Clive.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clive ___

  • Clive Edward
  • Clive Henry
  • Clive Thomas
  • Clive James
  • Clive William
  • Clive Owen

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 Clive

Nigel Rupert Phoebe Harriet Miles

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clive or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Clive at #2057 in the United States.

What do Clive and Liam mean?

Clive means "one who lives near a steep bank" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Clive and Liam boy or girl names?

Clive is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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