Edmund vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edmund

Boy #1,184 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperity protector"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,184
Total SSA Count
175
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ned

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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

Edmund Rank #1,184
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1184 for Edmund.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edmund ___

  • Edmund James
  • Edmund William
  • Edmund Charles
  • Edmund George
  • Edmund Arthur
  • Edmund Henry

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 Edmund

Cecily Lucy Beatrice Theodore Frederick

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edmund or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Edmund at #1184 in the United States.

What do Edmund and Liam mean?

Edmund means "prosperity protector" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Edmund and Liam boy or girl names?

Edmund is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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