Liam vs Tillie

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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Tillie

Girl #1,235 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mighty in battle, strength in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,235
Total SSA Count
189
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Till, Til

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Tillie Rank #1,235

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1235 for Tillie.

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

Tillie ___

  • Tillie Rose
  • Tillie Mae
  • Tillie Jane
  • Tillie Grace
  • Tillie Bea
  • Tillie Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Tillie

Millie Nell Dot Archie Bertie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Tillie more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Tillie at #1235 in the United States.

What do Liam and Tillie mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Tillie means "mighty in battle, strength in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Tillie boy or girl names?

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

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