Keoni vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keoni

Boy #1,725 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,725
Total SSA Count
96
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Keo, Oni

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Keoni Rank #1,725
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1725 for Keoni.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keoni ___

  • Keoni James
  • Keoni Lee
  • Keoni Alexander
  • Keoni Michael
  • Keoni David
  • Keoni Gabriel

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 Keoni

Kai Leilani Makoa Nalani Kailani

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keoni or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Keoni at #1725 in the United States.

What do Keoni and Liam mean?

Keoni means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Hawaiian origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Keoni and Liam boy or girl names?

Keoni is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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