Liam vs Nix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nix

Boy #6,268 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"water sprite, water spirit"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,268
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Nix Rank #6,268

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6268 for Nix.

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

Nix ___

  • Nix Alexander
  • Nix James
  • Nix Thomas
  • Nix Oliver
  • Nix Henry
  • Nix River

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Nix

Zara Jax Luna Mav Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Nix more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Nix at #6268 in the United States.

What do Liam and Nix mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Nix means "water sprite, water spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Nix boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Nix is primarily a boy name.

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