Harry vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hal, Haz

Playground Safety Score

24 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

Harry Rank #780
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #780 for Harry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harry ___

  • Harry James
  • Harry William
  • Harry Thomas
  • Harry George
  • Harry Edward
  • Harry Charles

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Harry

William George Charlotte Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Liam mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Harry and Liam boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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