Liam vs Niki

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
Niki Rank #10,768

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #10768 for Niki.

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

Niki ___

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 Niki

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Niki more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Niki at #10768 in the United States.

What do Liam and Niki mean?

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

Are Liam and Niki boy or girl names?

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

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