Liam vs Poe

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
Poe Rank #25,889

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #25889 for Poe.

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

Poe ___

  • Poe Grace
  • Poe Elaine
  • Poe River
  • Poe Blue
  • Poe Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Poe

Raven Keats Frost Sage Emerson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Poe more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Poe at #25889 in the United States.

What do Liam and Poe mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Poe means "peacock" (Old English origin).

Are Liam and Poe boy or girl names?

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

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