Keith vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kei, Key, Keie

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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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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Keith Rank #758
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #758 for Keith.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keith ___

  • Keith Allen
  • Keith Wayne
  • Keith Michael
  • Keith Alan
  • Keith Douglas
  • Keith Gordon

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 Keith

Brian Gary Linda Patricia Dennis

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Liam mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Keith and Liam boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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