Gray vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gray Rank #1,342
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1342 for Gray.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gray ___

  • Gray James
  • Gray William
  • Gray Alexander
  • Gray Elliott
  • Gray Thomas
  • Gray Ford

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 Gray

Finn Sage Quinn River Wren

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gray or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Gray at #1342 in the United States.

What do Gray and Liam mean?

Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Gray and Liam boy or girl names?

Gray is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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