Liam vs Stacy

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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Stacy

Girl #1,393 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resurrection, rising again"

Origin: Greek (anastasis)

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,393
Total SSA Count
161
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sta, Sty, Stie

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Stacy Rank #1,393

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1393 for Stacy.

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

Stacy ___

  • Stacy Marie
  • Stacy Lynn
  • Stacy Ann
  • Stacy Nicole
  • Stacy Renee
  • Stacy Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Stacy

Tracy Penny Mandy Danny Casey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Stacy more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Stacy at #1393 in the United States.

What do Liam and Stacy mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Stacy means "resurrection, rising again" (Greek (anastasis) origin).

Are Liam and Stacy boy or girl names?

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

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