Keyan vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keyan

Boy #3,671 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ancient, enduring, long-standing"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Persian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,671
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Key, Kee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Keyan Rank #3,671
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3671 for Keyan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Keyan ___

  • Keyan James
  • Keyan Michael
  • Keyan Patrick
  • Keyan Liam
  • Keyan Sean
  • Keyan Finn

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 Keyan

Declan Niamh Finn Ciara Rory

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keyan or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Keyan at #3671 in the United States.

What do Keyan and Liam mean?

Keyan means "ancient, enduring, long-standing" (Old Irish origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Keyan and Liam boy or girl names?

Keyan is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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