Liam vs Male

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
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Male

Boy #5,281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea, sailor, strength"

Origin: Polynesian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,281
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Male Rank #5,281

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5281 for Male.

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

Male ___

  • Male Kai
  • Male Lani
  • Male Dean
  • Male James
  • Male River
  • Male Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Male

Kai Lani Hoku Nalu Koa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Male more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Male at #5281 in the United States.

What do Liam and Male mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Male means "sea, sailor, strength" (Polynesian origin).

Are Liam and Male boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Male is primarily a boy name.

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