Liam vs Serafin

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
Serafin Rank #5,630

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5630 for Serafin.

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

Serafin ___

  • Serafin Antonio
  • Serafin Manuel
  • Serafin Jose
  • Serafin Pablo
  • Serafin Miguel
  • Serafin Luis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Serafin

Rafael Gabriel Miguel Diego Camila

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Serafin more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Serafin at #5630 in the United States.

What do Liam and Serafin mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Serafin means "burning, fiery one" (Hebrew (saraf) origin).

Are Liam and Serafin boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Serafin is primarily a boy name.

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