Liam vs Midas

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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Midas

Boy #3,927 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"legendary king of Phrygia, golden touch"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,927
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mid, Miy, Miie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Midas Rank #3,927

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3927 for Midas.

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

Midas ___

  • Midas Alexander
  • Midas James
  • Midas Cole
  • Midas Reign
  • Midas Theodore
  • Midas Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Midas

Atlas Zeus Orion Apollo Athena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Midas more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Midas at #3927 in the United States.

What do Liam and Midas mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Midas means "legendary king of Phrygia, golden touch" (Greek origin).

Are Liam and Midas boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Midas is primarily a boy name.

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