Liam vs Remi

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

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Remi

Girl #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oarsman, rower"

Origin: Latin Remigius

Cultural Roots

French English American West African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
1,987
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Rem

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Remi Rank #146

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #146 for Remi.

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

Remi ___

  • Remi Jade
  • Remi Elise
  • Remi Claire
  • Remi Nicole
  • Remi Faye
  • Remi Simone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Remi

Zara Leo Nico Mila Sasha

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Remi more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Remi at #146 in the United States.

What do Liam and Remi mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Remi means "oarsman, rower" (Latin Remigius origin).

Are Liam and Remi boy or girl names?

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

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