Liam vs Logan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Logan

Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#46
Total SSA Count
6,267
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Logan Rank #46

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #46 for Logan.

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

Logan ___

  • Logan James
  • Logan Cole
  • Logan Reed
  • Logan Blake
  • Logan Scott
  • Logan Ryan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Logan

Mason Carter Riley Harper Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Logan more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Logan at #46 in the United States.

What do Liam and Logan mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Liam and Logan boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Logan is primarily a boy name.

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