Liam vs Todd

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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Todd

Boy #1,598 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fox"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,598
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Toddy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Todd Rank #1,598

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1598 for Todd.

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

Todd ___

  • Todd James
  • Todd Allen
  • Todd Michael
  • Todd Robert
  • Todd Lee
  • Todd Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Todd

Jennifer Kevin Brian Wendy Scott

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Todd more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Todd at #1598 in the United States.

What do Liam and Todd mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin).

Are Liam and Todd boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Todd is primarily a boy name.

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