Johanna vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Johanna

Girl #848 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#848
Total SSA Count
318
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jo, Hanna, Anna

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Johanna Rank #848
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #848 for Johanna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Johanna ___

  • Johanna Marie
  • Johanna Rose
  • Johanna Elizabeth
  • Johanna Claire
  • Johanna Grace
  • Johanna Louise

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 Johanna

Elise Mathilde Friedrich Anneliese Lotte

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johanna or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Johanna at #848 in the United States.

What do Johanna and Liam mean?

Johanna means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Johanna and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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