Liam vs Minor

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Minor Rank #29,945

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #29945 for Minor.

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

Minor ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Minor

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Minor more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Minor at #29945 in the United States.

What do Liam and Minor mean?

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

Are Liam and Minor boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Minor is primarily a boy name.

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