Ellis vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
El

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ellis Rank #273
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #273 for Ellis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ellis ___

  • Ellis James
  • Ellis Thomas
  • Ellis Reid
  • Ellis Cole
  • Ellis Grant
  • Ellis Finn

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Ellis

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If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellis or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Ellis and Liam mean?

Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Ellis and Liam boy or girl names?

Ellis is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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