Liam vs Mina

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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Mina

Girl #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"will, desire (from Wilhelmina)"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic Persian Indian Japanese Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#607
Total SSA Count
493
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mi, Min

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Mina Rank #607

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #607 for Mina.

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

Mina ___

  • Mina Rose
  • Mina Jade
  • Mina Elise
  • Mina Suki
  • Mina Grace
  • Mina Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Mina

Nora Lena Hana Theo Kenji

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Mina more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Mina at #607 in the United States.

What do Liam and Mina mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Mina means "will, desire (from Wilhelmina)" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Mina boy or girl names?

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

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