Liam vs Locke

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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Locke

Boy #2,493 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"place by a waterway lock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,493
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Loc, Loy, Loie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Locke Rank #2,493

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2493 for Locke.

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

Locke ___

  • Locke James
  • Locke Henry
  • Locke William
  • Locke Thomas
  • Locke Alexander
  • Locke Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Locke

Sutton Piper Crew Blythe Greer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Locke more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Locke at #2493 in the United States.

What do Liam and Locke mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Locke means "place by a waterway lock" (Old English origin).

Are Liam and Locke boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Locke is primarily a boy name.

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