Kayani vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kayani Rank #4,090
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4090 for Kayani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kayani ___

  • Kayani Rose
  • Kayani Marie
  • Kayani Lynn
  • Kayani Grace
  • Kayani Sky
  • Kayani Jade

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 Kayani

Zara Aria Lila Cyrus Darius

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayani or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kayani at #4090 in the United States.

What do Kayani and Liam mean?

Kayani means "divine, heavenly" (Persian origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Kayani and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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