Liam vs Marla

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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Marla

Girl #2,326 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"woman of Magdala, beloved"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American German English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,326
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mar, Marley

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Marla Rank #2,326

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2326 for Marla.

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

Marla ___

  • Marla Jean
  • Marla Ann
  • Marla Kay
  • Marla Lynn
  • Marla Rose
  • Marla Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Marla

Darla Carla Sharla Harlan Garland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Marla more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Marla at #2326 in the United States.

What do Liam and Marla mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Marla means "woman of Magdala, beloved" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Marla boy or girl names?

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

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