Legend 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

Legend Rank #157
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #157 for Legend.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Legend ___

  • Legend James
  • Legend Alexander
  • Legend Cole
  • Legend Crew
  • Legend Gray
  • Legend John

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Legend

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If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Legend or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Legend at #157 in the United States.

What do Legend and Liam mean?

Legend means "story to be read, remarkable person" (Latin origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Legend and Liam boy or girl names?

Legend is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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