Liam vs Raphael

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
Raphael Rank #421

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #421 for Raphael.

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

Raphael ___

  • Raphael James
  • Raphael Alexander
  • Raphael Louis
  • Raphael Antoine
  • Raphael Emilio
  • Raphael Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Raphael

Gabriel Sebastian Leonardo Beatrice Cecilia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Raphael more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Liam and Raphael mean?

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

Are Liam and Raphael boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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