Liam vs Trevor

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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Trevor

Boy #626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"large homestead, great settlement"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#626
Total SSA Count
451
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Trev

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Trevor Rank #626

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #626 for Trevor.

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

Trevor ___

  • Trevor James
  • Trevor Scott
  • Trevor Michael
  • Trevor Lee
  • Trevor John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Trevor

Ethan Logan Connor Paige Kayla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Trevor more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Trevor at #626 in the United States.

What do Liam and Trevor mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin).

Are Liam and Trevor boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Trevor is primarily a boy name.

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