Liam vs Oakes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oakes

Boy #3,027 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dweller near the oak trees"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,027
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Oak

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Oakes Rank #3,027

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3027 for Oakes.

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

Oakes ___

  • Oakes James
  • Oakes River
  • Oakes Stone
  • Oakes Reed
  • Oakes Cole
  • Oakes Grant

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Oakes

Ash Elm Birch Sage Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Oakes more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Oakes at #3027 in the United States.

What do Liam and Oakes mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Oakes means "dweller near the oak trees" (Old English origin).

Are Liam and Oakes boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Oakes is primarily a boy name.

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