Lazarus 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

Lazarus Rank #1,337
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1337 for Lazarus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lazarus ___

  • Lazarus James
  • Lazarus John
  • Lazarus William
  • Lazarus Thomas
  • Lazarus Samuel
  • Lazarus Cole

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 Lazarus

Ezra Elijah Tobias Miriam Naomi

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lazarus or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Lazarus at #1337 in the United States.

What do Lazarus and Liam mean?

Lazarus means "God has helped" (Hebrew origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Lazarus and Liam boy or girl names?

Lazarus is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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