Liam vs Tamar

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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Tamar

Girl #2,364 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"date palm tree"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish Israeli Georgian Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,364
Total SSA Count
77
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tammy, Tami

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Tamar Rank #2,364

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2364 for Tamar.

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

Tamar ___

  • Tamar Ruth
  • Tamar Leah
  • Tamar Sarah
  • Tamar Miriam
  • Tamar Naomi
  • Tamar Rachel

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Tamar

Dvora Naomi Yael Amos Ariel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Tamar more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Tamar at #2364 in the United States.

What do Liam and Tamar mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Tamar means "date palm tree" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Tamar boy or girl names?

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

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