Liam vs Remy

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

Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Remy Rank #401

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #401 for Remy.

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

Remy ___

  • Remy James
  • Remy Louis
  • Remy Oliver
  • Remy Elliott
  • Remy Cole
  • Remy August

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Remy

Margot Felix Simone Theo Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Remy more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Remy at #401 in the United States.

What do Liam and Remy mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Remy means "from Reims" (Latin origin).

Are Liam and Remy boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Remy is primarily a boy name.

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