Koi vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koi

Boy #2,684 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"love, romantic feeling"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Hawaiian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,684
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Koi Rank #2,684
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2684 for Koi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Koi ___

  • Koi River
  • Koi Blue
  • Koi James
  • Koi Lee
  • Koi Finn
  • Koi Reef

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 Koi

Kai Reef Cove Marina River

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koi or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Koi at #2684 in the United States.

What do Koi and Liam mean?

Koi means "love, romantic feeling" (Japanese origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Koi and Liam boy or girl names?

Koi is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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