Liam vs Varian

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
Varian Rank #7,883

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #7883 for Varian.

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

Varian ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Varian

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Varian more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Varian at #7883 in the United States.

What do Liam and Varian mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Liam and Varian boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Varian is primarily a boy name.

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