Liam vs Peri

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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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Peri Rank #5,380

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5380 for Peri.

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

Peri ___

  • Peri Rose
  • Peri June
  • Peri Mae
  • Peri Claire
  • Peri Violet
  • Peri Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Peri

Zara Iris Felix Jasper Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Peri more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Peri at #5380 in the United States.

What do Liam and Peri mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Peri means "fairy, magical being" (Persian origin).

Are Liam and Peri boy or girl names?

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

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