Cory vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,097
Total SSA Count
197
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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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

Cory Rank #1,097
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1097 for Cory.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cory ___

  • Cory James
  • Cory Allen
  • Cory Michael
  • Cory Lee
  • Cory Wayne
  • Cory Scott

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Cory and Liam mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Cory and Liam boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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