Liam vs Samantha

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
Samantha Rank #127

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #127 for Samantha.

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

Samantha ___

  • Samantha Grace
  • Samantha Rose
  • Samantha Jane
  • Samantha Marie
  • Samantha Lee
  • Samantha Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Samantha

Jessica Amanda Matthew Christopher Brittany

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Samantha more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Samantha at #127 in the United States.

What do Liam and Samantha mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Samantha means "told by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Samantha boy or girl names?

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

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