Coy vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Coy

Boy #1,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"quiet, calm, reserved"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,507
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
1
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

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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1507 for Coy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Coy ___

  • Coy Allen
  • Coy Wayne
  • Coy Dean
  • Coy Lee
  • Coy Earl
  • Coy Dale

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 Coy

Roy Troy Clyde Earl Burl

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Liam mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Coy and Liam boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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