Henry vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6
Total SSA Count
11,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hank, Harry, Hal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Henry Rank #6
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6 for Henry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Henry ___

  • Henry James
  • Henry William
  • Henry Thomas
  • Henry Alexander
  • Henry John
  • Henry Oliver

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 Henry

Charlotte Eleanor Amelia Olivia Oliver

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henry or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Henry at #6 in the United States.

What do Henry and Liam mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Henry and Liam boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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