Liam vs Uriah

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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Uriah

Boy #655 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#655
Total SSA Count
421
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Uri, Riah

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Uriah Rank #655

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #655 for Uriah.

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

Uriah ___

  • Uriah James
  • Uriah Cole
  • Uriah Lee
  • Uriah Grant
  • Uriah Blake
  • Uriah Elias

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Uriah

Elijah Isaiah Hosea Miriam Selah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Uriah more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Uriah at #655 in the United States.

What do Liam and Uriah mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Uriah boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

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