Grantley 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

Grantley Rank #5,937
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5937 for Grantley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Grantley ___

  • Grantley James
  • Grantley Thomas
  • Grantley William
  • Grantley Robert
  • Grantley Charles
  • Grantley Alexander

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 Grantley

Charlotte Eleanor Harrison Fletcher Adelaide

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grantley or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Grantley at #5937 in the United States.

What do Grantley and Liam mean?

Grantley means "great woodland clearing" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Grantley and Liam boy or girl names?

Grantley is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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