Joanna vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joanna

Girl #329 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek and Latin

Cultural Roots

English Polish Spanish Greek Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#329
Total SSA Count
942
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jo, Jojo, Anna

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Joanna Rank #329
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #329 for Joanna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Joanna ___

  • Joanna Rose
  • Joanna Marie
  • Joanna Elizabeth
  • Joanna Grace
  • Joanna 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 Joanna

Hannah Eliza Thomas Daniel Ruth

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joanna or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Joanna at #329 in the United States.

What do Joanna and Liam mean?

Joanna means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Greek and Latin origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Joanna and Liam boy or girl names?

Joanna is primarily a girl name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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