Deagan vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Deagan

Boy #5,530 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"black-haired, dark one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,530
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dee, Deags

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Deagan Rank #5,530
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5530 for Deagan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Deagan ___

  • Deagan James
  • Deagan Patrick
  • Deagan Michael
  • Deagan Sean
  • Deagan Connor

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 Deagan

Finnegan Rowan Nolan Sloane Briar

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deagan or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Deagan at #5530 in the United States.

What do Deagan and Liam mean?

Deagan means "black-haired, dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Deagan and Liam boy or girl names?

Deagan is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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