Kya vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kya

Girl #1,084 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"diamond in the sky, place of rest"

Origin: African

Cultural Roots

African-American American Burmese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,084
Total SSA Count
228
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kya Rank #1,084
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1084 for Kya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kya ___

  • Kya Rose
  • Kya Grace
  • Kya Mae
  • Kya Blue
  • Kya Skye
  • Kya Jade

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 Kya

Zara Mya Layla Nyla Amara

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kya or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kya at #1084 in the United States.

What do Kya and Liam mean?

Kya means "diamond in the sky, place of rest" (African origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Kya and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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