Kiya vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kiya

Girl #2,981 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"greatly beloved"

Origin: Ancient Egyptian

Cultural Roots

African-American Egyptian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,981
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ki

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kiya Rank #2,981
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2981 for Kiya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kiya ___

  • Kiya Marie
  • Kiya Renee
  • Kiya Simone
  • Kiya Lynn
  • Kiya Nicole
  • Kiya Faith

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 Kiya

Mila Zara Nadia Lena Isa

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kiya or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kiya at #2981 in the United States.

What do Kiya and Liam mean?

Kiya means "greatly beloved" (Ancient Egyptian origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Kiya and Liam boy or girl names?

Kiya is primarily a girl name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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