Liam vs Myra

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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Myra

Girl #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"myrrh, fragrant resin"

Origin: Greek/Latin (myrrha)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#645
Total SSA Count
453
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
My

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Myra Rank #645

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #645 for Myra.

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

Myra ___

  • Myra Jane
  • Myra Rose
  • Myra Claire
  • Myra Kate
  • Myra Louise
  • Myra Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Myra

Iris Walter June Felix Agnes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Myra more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Myra at #645 in the United States.

What do Liam and Myra mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Myra means "myrrh, fragrant resin" (Greek/Latin (myrrha) origin).

Are Liam and Myra boy or girl names?

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

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