Ithan vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ithan

Boy #3,663 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"long-lived, permanent"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,663
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ith

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ithan Rank #3,663
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3663 for Ithan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ithan ___

  • Ithan James
  • Ithan Michael
  • Ithan Alexander
  • Ithan Cole
  • Ithan David
  • Ithan Thomas

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 Ithan

Elijah Caleb Noah Abigail Hannah

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ithan or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ithan at #3663 in the United States.

What do Ithan and Liam mean?

Ithan means "long-lived, permanent" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Ithan and Liam boy or girl names?

Ithan is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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