Liam vs Ted

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
Ted Rank #2,917

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2917 for Ted.

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

Ted ___

  • Ted James
  • Ted William
  • Ted Alexander
  • Ted Charles
  • Ted Henry
  • Ted Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Ted more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ted at #2917 in the United States.

What do Liam and Ted mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Ted means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Liam and Ted boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Ted is primarily a boy name.

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