Devin vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Devin

Boy #516 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fawn"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#516
Total SSA Count
593
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dev

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Devin Rank #516
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #516 for Devin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Devin ___

  • Devin James
  • Devin Michael
  • Devin Patrick
  • Devin Sean
  • Devin Ryan
  • Devin Owen

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 Devin

Connor Aiden Brynn Maeve Finn

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devin or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Devin at #516 in the United States.

What do Devin and Liam mean?

Devin means "little fawn" (Irish Gaelic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Devin and Liam boy or girl names?

Devin is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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