Liam vs Mary

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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Mary

Girl #132 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish Christian Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#132
Total SSA Count
2,196
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Molly, Polly, May

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Mary Rank #132

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #132 for Mary.

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

Mary ___

  • Mary Grace
  • Mary Elizabeth
  • Mary Jane
  • Mary Ann
  • Mary Rose
  • Mary Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mary

Anne Elizabeth John James Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Mary more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Mary at #132 in the United States.

What do Liam and Mary mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Mary means "sea of bitterness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Mary boy or girl names?

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

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