Liam vs Lillie

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

Liam Rank #1
Lillie Rank #683

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #683 for Lillie.

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

Lillie ___

  • Lillie Mae
  • Lillie Rose
  • Lillie Grace
  • Lillie Ann
  • Lillie Jane
  • Lillie Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Lillie

Violet Daisy Iris Jasper Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Lillie more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do Liam and Lillie mean?

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

Are Liam and Lillie boy or girl names?

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

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