Darcy vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darcy

Girl #984 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Arcy (Norman French place name)"

Origin: French/Norman

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#984
Total SSA Count
262
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Darce, Dar

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Darcy Rank #984
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #984 for Darcy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darcy ___

  • Darcy Rose
  • Darcy Jane
  • Darcy Elizabeth
  • Darcy Mae
  • Darcy Louise

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 Darcy

Jane Eleanor Lydia Bingley Wentworth

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darcy or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Darcy at #984 in the United States.

What do Darcy and Liam mean?

Darcy means "from Arcy (Norman French place name)" (French/Norman origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Darcy and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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