Ennis vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ennis

Boy #6,096 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"island"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,096
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
En

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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

Ennis Rank #6,096
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6096 for Ennis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ennis ___

  • Ennis James
  • Ennis Patrick
  • Ennis Michael
  • Ennis Thomas
  • Ennis Conor

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 Ennis

Declan Finn Cormac Siobhan Niamh

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ennis or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ennis at #6096 in the United States.

What do Ennis and Liam mean?

Ennis means "island" (Irish Gaelic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Ennis and Liam boy or girl names?

Ennis is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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