Dam vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dam

Boy #14,953 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to tame, subdue"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14,953
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dam Rank #14,953
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #14953 for Dam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dam ___

  • Dam Alexander
  • Dam James
  • Dam Michael
  • Dam Oliver
  • Dam Theodore

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 Dam

Bram Sam Ham Ram Tam

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dam or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Dam at #14953 in the United States.

What do Dam and Liam mean?

Dam means "to tame, subdue" (Old Norse origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Dam and Liam boy or girl names?

Dam is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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