Dermot 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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Dermot Rank #11,285
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #11285 for Dermot.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dermot ___

  • Dermot Dermot Patrick
  • Dermot Dermot James
  • Dermot Dermot Cian
  • Dermot Dermot Sean

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 Dermot

Ciara Oisin Saoirse Finn Aoife

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dermot or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Dermot at #11285 in the United States.

What do Dermot and Liam mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Dermot and Liam boy or girl names?

Dermot is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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