Liam vs Masa

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
Masa Rank #2,974

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2974 for Masa.

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

Masa ___

  • Masa Yuki
  • Masa Hana
  • Masa Rose
  • Masa Grace
  • Masa Ai
  • Masa Luna

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Masa

Haru Kana Ren Yuki Sora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Masa more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Masa at #2974 in the United States.

What do Liam and Masa mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Masa means "justice, correctness" (Japanese origin).

Are Liam and Masa boy or girl names?

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

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