Kami vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kami

Girl #3,908 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine spirit, god"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,908
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kam

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Kami Rank #3,908
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3908 for Kami.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kami ___

  • Kami Lynn
  • Kami Rose
  • Kami Marie
  • Kami Jo
  • Kami Ann
  • Kami Grace

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 Kami

Hana Riku Mika Kai Yuki

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kami or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kami at #3908 in the United States.

What do Kami and Liam mean?

Kami means "divine spirit, god" (Japanese origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Kami and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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