Liam vs Luiz

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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Luiz

Boy #5,233 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Portuguese Brazilian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,233
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lu, Luizinho

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Luiz Rank #5,233

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5233 for Luiz.

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

Luiz ___

  • Luiz Felipe
  • Luiz Carlos
  • Luiz Eduardo
  • Luiz Miguel
  • Luiz Antonio
  • Luiz Gabriel

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Luiz

Gabriel Rafael Isabella Valentina Ana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Luiz more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Luiz at #5233 in the United States.

What do Liam and Luiz mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Luiz means "famous warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Luiz boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Luiz is primarily a boy name.

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