Conrad vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Conrad

Boy #470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English Polish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#470
Total SSA Count
654
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Con, Connie, Cord

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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

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Conrad Rank #470
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #470 for Conrad.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Conrad ___

  • Conrad James
  • Conrad William
  • Conrad Edward
  • Conrad Thomas
  • Conrad Alexander
  • Conrad Henry

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 Conrad

Oliver Edmund Benedict Cecilia Harriet

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conrad or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Conrad at #470 in the United States.

What do Conrad and Liam mean?

Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Conrad and Liam boy or girl names?

Conrad is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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