Liam vs Mati

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
Mati Rank #33,439

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #33439 for Mati.

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

Mati ___

  • Mati James
  • Mati John
  • Mati Eli
  • Mati Noah
  • Mati Levi

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mati

Eli Noah Levi Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Mati more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Mati at #33439 in the United States.

What do Liam and Mati mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Mati means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Mati boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Mati is primarily a boy name.

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