Duke vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #710 for Duke.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Duke ___

  • Duke James
  • Duke William
  • Duke Henry
  • Duke Thomas
  • Duke Lee
  • Duke Allen

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 Duke

Earl Rex Beau Chase Baron

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Liam mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Duke and Liam boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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