Graeme vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graeme

Boy #3,744 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grey home, gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,744
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gray, Grey

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Graeme Rank #3,744
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3744 for Graeme.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Graeme ___

  • Graeme Alexander
  • Graeme James
  • Graeme William
  • Graeme Scott
  • Graeme Donald
  • Graeme Angus

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 Graeme

Alistair Hamish Fiona Isla Callum

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graeme or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Graeme at #3744 in the United States.

What do Graeme and Liam mean?

Graeme means "grey home, gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Graeme and Liam boy or girl names?

Graeme is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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