Keane vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keane

Boy #6,592 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish cían

Cultural Roots

Irish English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,592
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kea, Key, Keie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Keane Rank #6,592
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6592 for Keane.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keane ___

  • Keane Patrick
  • Keane James
  • Keane William
  • Keane Thomas
  • Keane Michael
  • Keane Brendan

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 Keane

Declan Liam Finn Cormac Aoife

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keane or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Keane at #6592 in the United States.

What do Keane and Liam mean?

Keane means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish cían origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Keane and Liam boy or girl names?

Keane is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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