Kage vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kage

Boy #4,127 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shade, silhouette"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,127
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kay

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kage Rank #4,127
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4127 for Kage.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kage ___

  • Kage James
  • Kage Cole
  • Kage Lee
  • Kage Alexander
  • Kage Thomas
  • Kage River

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 Kage

Kai Sora Hana Ren Luna

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kage or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kage at #4127 in the United States.

What do Kage and Liam mean?

Kage means "shade, silhouette" (Japanese origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Kage and Liam boy or girl names?

Kage is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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