Liam vs Loki

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

All Clear

Loki

Boy #1,771 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"trickster, shapeshifter"

Origin: Old Norse mythology

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norse mythology Modern pop culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,771
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Loki Rank #1,771

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1771 for Loki.

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

Loki ___

  • Loki James
  • Loki Stone
  • Loki Fox
  • Loki River
  • Loki Finn
  • Loki Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Loki

Thor Axel Phoenix Raven Ember

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Loki more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Loki at #1771 in the United States.

What do Liam and Loki mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Loki means "trickster, shapeshifter" (Old Norse mythology origin).

Are Liam and Loki boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Loki is primarily a boy name.

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