Lena vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lena

Girl #263 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek via Helena

Cultural Roots

Greek German Russian Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#263
Total SSA Count
1,211
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lena Rank #263
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #263 for Lena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lena ___

  • Lena Rose
  • Lena Grace
  • Lena Marie
  • Lena Claire
  • Lena Jo
  • Lena Pearl

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 Lena

Otto Stefan Nina Petra Lars

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lena or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Lena at #263 in the United States.

What do Lena and Liam mean?

Lena means "bright, shining light" (Greek via Helena origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Lena and Liam boy or girl names?

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

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