Darby vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darby

Girl #3,183 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deer park, settlement of deer"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,183
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dar

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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

Darby Rank #3,183
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3183 for Darby.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darby ___

  • Darby Rose
  • Darby June
  • Darby Faith
  • Darby Claire
  • Darby Elise
  • Darby Grace

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 Darby

Finley Rory Sloane Beckett Briar

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darby or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Darby at #3183 in the United States.

What do Darby and Liam mean?

Darby means "deer park, settlement of deer" (Old Norse origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Darby and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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