King vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

King Rank #343
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #343 for King.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

King ___

  • King James
  • King David
  • King Alexander
  • King Emmanuel
  • King Solomon
  • King Theodore

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 King

Major Duke Royal Prince Reign

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do King and Liam mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are King and Liam boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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