Liam vs Patience

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

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Patience

Girl #1,327 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"endurance, patient suffering"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American West African Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,327
Total SSA Count
172
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Patty, Pat, Pate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Patience Rank #1,327

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1327 for Patience.

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

Patience ___

  • Patience Grace
  • Patience Hope
  • Patience Joy
  • Patience Rose
  • Patience Anne
  • Patience Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Patience

Prudence Constance Hope Faith Mercy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Patience more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Patience at #1327 in the United States.

What do Liam and Patience mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Patience means "endurance, patient suffering" (Latin origin).

Are Liam and Patience boy or girl names?

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

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