Kohen vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
22,164
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kohen Rank #320
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #320 for Kohen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kohen ___

  • Kohen James
  • Kohen Alexander
  • Kohen Michael
  • Kohen Thomas
  • Kohen William
  • Kohen David

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 Kohen

Levi Asher Ezra Naomi Zoe

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kohen or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kohen at #320 in the United States.

What do Kohen and Liam mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Kohen and Liam boy or girl names?

Kohen is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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