Jess vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Jess Rank #4,646
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4646 for Jess.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jess ___

  • Jess Alexander
  • Jess Michael
  • Jess William
  • Jess Thomas
  • Jess James
  • Jess Lee

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 Jess

Sam Dale Cole Bree Drew

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jess or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Jess at #4646 in the United States.

What do Jess and Liam mean?

Jess means "God exists, God is" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Jess and Liam boy or girl names?

Jess is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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