Liam vs Malu

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

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Malu

Girl #5,304 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, calm, shelter"

Origin: Hawaiian/Polynesian

Cultural Roots

Brazilian Portuguese Hawaiian Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,304
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Malu Rank #5,304

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5304 for Malu.

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

Malu ___

  • Malu Sophia
  • Malu Isabela
  • Malu Clara
  • Malu Beatriz
  • Malu Valentina
  • Malu Cecília

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Malu

Bento Luana Cauã Iara Mateus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Malu more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Malu at #5304 in the United States.

What do Liam and Malu mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Malu means "peaceful, calm, shelter" (Hawaiian/Polynesian origin).

Are Liam and Malu boy or girl names?

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

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