Daylon vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daylon

Boy #2,250 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"valley settlement"

Origin: Old English (via Dillon/Dale)

Cultural Roots

American Contemporary African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,250
Total SSA Count
64
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Day, Daye

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Daylon Rank #2,250
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2250 for Daylon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Daylon ___

  • Daylon James
  • Daylon Lee
  • Daylon Reese
  • Daylon Scott
  • Daylon Andre
  • Daylon Michael

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daylon or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Daylon at #2250 in the United States.

What do Daylon and Liam mean?

Daylon means "valley settlement" (Old English (via Dillon/Dale) origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Daylon and Liam boy or girl names?

Daylon is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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