Ledger vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ledger

Boy #503 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"record keeper"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#503
Total SSA Count
606
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ledge, Lee

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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

Ledger Rank #503
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #503 for Ledger.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ledger ___

  • Ledger James
  • Ledger Cole
  • Ledger River
  • Ledger Gray
  • Ledger Reid
  • Ledger Stone

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 Ledger

Archer Fletcher Scout Wren Sloane

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ledger or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ledger at #503 in the United States.

What do Ledger and Liam mean?

Ledger means "record keeper" (Middle English origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Ledger and Liam boy or girl names?

Ledger is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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