Debra vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Debra Rank #3,576
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3576 for Debra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Debra ___

  • Debra Ann
  • Debra Lynn
  • Debra Marie
  • Debra Jean
  • Debra Kay
  • Debra Lee

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 Debra

Susan Patricia Linda Barbara Karen

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Debra or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Debra at #3576 in the United States.

What do Debra and Liam mean?

Debra means "bee" (Hebrew D'vorah origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Debra and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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