Gil vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gil Rank #4,030
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4030 for Gil.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gil ___

  • Gil David
  • Gil James
  • Gil Alexander
  • Gil Thomas
  • Gil Michael
  • Gil Robert

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 Gil

Noa Eli Maya Lior Tamar

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gil or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Gil at #4030 in the United States.

What do Gil and Liam mean?

Gil means "joy, happiness" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Gil and Liam boy or girl names?

Gil is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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