Heath vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Heath

Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#852
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hea, Hey, Heie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Heath Rank #852
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #852 for Heath.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Heath ___

  • Heath James
  • Heath William
  • Heath Alexander
  • Heath Thomas
  • Heath John
  • Heath Edward

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 Heath

Cole Reid Finn Wyatt Sage

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heath or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Heath and Liam mean?

Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Heath and Liam boy or girl names?

Heath is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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