Koda vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ko

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Koda Rank #465
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #465 for Koda.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Koda ___

  • Koda James
  • Koda Lee
  • Koda River
  • Koda Blue
  • Koda Wolf
  • Koda Bear

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 Koda

Dakota Sage River Luna Sienna

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koda or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Koda at #465 in the United States.

What do Koda and Liam mean?

Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Koda and Liam boy or girl names?

Koda is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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