Liam vs Manasseh

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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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Manasseh Rank #3,837

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3837 for Manasseh.

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

Manasseh ___

  • Manasseh James
  • Manasseh David
  • Manasseh Elijah
  • Manasseh Emmanuel
  • Manasseh Isaac

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Manasseh

Ephraim Benjamin Simeon Miriam Dinah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Manasseh more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Manasseh at #3837 in the United States.

What do Liam and Manasseh mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Manasseh means "causing to forget" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Manasseh boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Manasseh is primarily a boy name.

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