Liam vs Maggie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maggie

Girl #299 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#299
Total SSA Count
1,051
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mags

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Maggie Rank #299

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #299 for Maggie.

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

Maggie ___

  • Maggie Rose
  • Maggie Grace
  • Maggie Jane
  • Maggie Lee
  • Maggie Mae
  • Maggie Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maggie

Millie Nellie Lottie Archie Teddy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Maggie more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Maggie at #299 in the United States.

What do Liam and Maggie mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Maggie means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Liam and Maggie boy or girl names?

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

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