Liam vs Maya

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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Maya

Girl #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"water"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Indian Hebrew Latin American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#51
Total SSA Count
4,220
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
May

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Maya Rank #51

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #51 for Maya.

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

Maya ___

  • Maya Rose
  • Maya Grace
  • Maya Elizabeth
  • Maya Anne
  • Maya Lynn
  • Maya Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Maya

Aria Sofia Luca Noah Zara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Maya more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Maya at #51 in the United States.

What do Liam and Maya mean?

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

Are Liam and Maya boy or girl names?

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

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