Liam vs Reagan

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

Reagan

Girl #244 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little ruler, impulsive one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#244
Total SSA Count
1,292
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rae, Rea

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Reagan Rank #244

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #244 for Reagan.

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

Reagan ___

  • Reagan Grace
  • Reagan Mae
  • Reagan Elizabeth
  • Reagan Claire
  • Reagan Ann
  • Reagan Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Reagan

Riley Finley Kennedy Quinn Sloane

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Reagan more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Reagan at #244 in the United States.

What do Liam and Reagan mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Reagan means "little ruler, impulsive one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Liam and Reagan boy or girl names?

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

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