Liam vs Martin

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
Martin Rank #308

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #308 for Martin.

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

Martin ___

  • Martin Martin James
  • Martin Martin Alexander
  • Martin Martin Thomas
  • Martin Martin Cole
  • Martin Martin Elliot

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Martin

Henry Charles Eleanor Margaret Thomas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Martin more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Martin at #308 in the United States.

What do Liam and Martin mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Liam and Martin boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Martin is primarily a boy name.

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