Dev vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dev

Boy #1,401 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"divine, god"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindi British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,401
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Dev Rank #1,401
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1401 for Dev.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dev ___

  • Dev Arjun
  • Dev Rohan
  • Dev Anish
  • Dev Michael
  • Dev James
  • Dev Kumar

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 Dev

Aria Priya Anya Kira Rohan

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dev or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Dev at #1401 in the United States.

What do Dev and Liam mean?

Dev means "divine, god" (Sanskrit origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Dev and Liam boy or girl names?

Dev is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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