Ladd 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

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Popularity Comparison

Ladd Rank #4,806
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4806 for Ladd.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ladd ___

  • Ladd Michael
  • Ladd James
  • Ladd Thomas
  • Ladd Dean
  • Ladd Eugene
  • Ladd William

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 Ladd

Chad Brad Brent Tammy Sandy

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ladd or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ladd at #4806 in the United States.

What do Ladd and Liam mean?

Ladd means "young man, boy" (Middle English 'ladde' origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Ladd and Liam boy or girl names?

Ladd is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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