Liam vs Paul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Paul Rank #264

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #264 for Paul.

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

Paul ___

  • Paul James
  • Paul Michael
  • Paul David
  • Paul Anthony
  • Paul Andrew
  • Paul Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Paul

Peter John Mary Elizabeth Mark

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Paul more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Liam and Paul mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Liam and Paul boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.

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