Liam vs Lillian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lillian

Girl #54 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, pure"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#54
Total SSA Count
3,882
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lily, Lil, Lillie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Lillian Rank #54

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #54 for Lillian.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Liam ___

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

Lillian ___

  • Lillian Rose
  • Lillian Grace
  • Lillian Mae
  • Lillian Marie
  • Lillian Anne
  • Lillian Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lillian

Violet Iris Henry Theodore Eloise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Lillian more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Lillian at #54 in the United States.

What do Liam and Lillian mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Lillian means "lily flower, pure" (Latin origin).

Are Liam and Lillian boy or girl names?

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

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