Liam vs Tod

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
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Tod Rank #38,200

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #38200 for Tod.

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

Tod ___

  • Tod James
  • Tod Allen
  • Tod Michael
  • Tod Lee
  • Tod Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Tod

Brad Scott Kent Dale

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Tod more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Tod at #38200 in the United States.

What do Liam and Tod mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Tod means "fox" (Old English/Scottish dialect origin).

Are Liam and Tod boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Tod is primarily a boy name.

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