Liam vs Raj

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
Raj Rank #5,033

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5033 for Raj.

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

Raj ___

  • Raj Kumar
  • Raj Arjun
  • Raj Vikram
  • Raj Dev
  • Raj Kiran
  • Raj Mohan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Raj

Priya Ananya Rohan Kavya Arun

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Raj more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Raj at #5033 in the United States.

What do Liam and Raj mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Raj means "king, ruler" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Liam and Raj boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Raj is primarily a boy name.

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