Liam vs Rapha

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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Rapha

Boy #5,533 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian Brazilian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,533
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rafi, Rafa

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Rapha Rank #5,533

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5533 for Rapha.

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

Rapha ___

  • Rapha Emmanuel
  • Rapha David
  • Rapha James
  • Rapha Michael
  • Rapha Elias

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Rapha

Aria Levi Ezra Miriam Eliah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Rapha more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Rapha at #5533 in the United States.

What do Liam and Rapha mean?

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

Are Liam and Rapha boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Rapha is primarily a boy name.

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