Liam vs Union

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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Union

Boy #32,512 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the act of joining together, unity, oneness"

Origin: Latin unio (oneness)

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,512
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Uni, Uni-bear

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Union Rank #32,512

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #32512 for Union.

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

Union ___

  • Union James
  • Union Miles
  • Union Cole
  • Union Everett
  • Union Stone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Union

Liberty Justice Valor Honor True

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Union more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Union at #32512 in the United States.

What do Liam and Union mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Union means "the act of joining together, unity, oneness" (Latin unio (oneness) origin).

Are Liam and Union boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Union is primarily a boy name.

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