Liam vs Morgan

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
Morgan Rank #276

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #276 for Morgan.

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

Morgan ___

  • Morgan Grace
  • Morgan Lee
  • Morgan Elise
  • Morgan Kate
  • Morgan Paige
  • Morgan Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Morgan

Jordan Avery Riley Peyton Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Morgan more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Morgan at #276 in the United States.

What do Liam and Morgan mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Morgan means "sea circle, sea chief" (Welsh origin).

Are Liam and Morgan boy or girl names?

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

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