Koby vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koby

Boy #2,066 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,066
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ko

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Koby Rank #2,066
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2066 for Koby.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Koby ___

  • Koby James
  • Koby Lee
  • Koby Alexander
  • Koby Ray
  • Koby Thomas
  • Koby Michael

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Koby

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If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koby or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Koby at #2066 in the United States.

What do Koby and Liam mean?

Koby means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Koby and Liam boy or girl names?

Koby is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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