Liam vs Powell

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Powell Rank #8,774

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #8774 for Powell.

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

Powell ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Powell

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Powell more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Powell at #8774 in the United States.

What do Liam and Powell mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Liam and Powell boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Powell is primarily a boy name.

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