Jon vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jon Rank #893
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #893 for Jon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jon ___

  • Jon Michael
  • Jon Robert
  • Jon David
  • Jon Andrew
  • Jon Paul
  • Jon Thomas

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jon or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Jon at #893 in the United States.

What do Jon and Liam mean?

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

Are Jon and Liam boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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