Dana vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dana

Girl #1,076 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"judge, arbiter"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Irish Slavic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,076
Total SSA Count
230
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dan

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Popularity Comparison

Dana Rank #1,076
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1076 for Dana.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dana ___

  • Dana Marie
  • Dana Lynn
  • Dana Nicole
  • Dana Rose
  • Dana Elizabeth
  • Dana Christine

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 Dana

Lisa Karen Diane Scott Mark

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dana or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Dana at #1076 in the United States.

What do Dana and Liam mean?

Dana means "judge, arbiter" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Dana and Liam boy or girl names?

Dana is primarily a girl name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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