Liam vs Paisley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paisley

Girl #61 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"place name: town in Scotland"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#61
Total SSA Count
3,542
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Pais, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Paisley Rank #61

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #61 for Paisley.

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

Paisley ___

  • Paisley Grace
  • Paisley Rose
  • Paisley Mae
  • Paisley Ann
  • Paisley Jo
  • Paisley Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Paisley

Addison Harper Mason Hunter Brooklyn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Paisley more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Paisley at #61 in the United States.

What do Liam and Paisley mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Paisley means "place name: town in Scotland" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Liam and Paisley boy or girl names?

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

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