Liam vs Waver

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
Waver Rank #23,882

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #23882 for Waver.

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

Waver ___

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 Waver

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Waver more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Waver at #23882 in the United States.

What do Liam and Waver mean?

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

Are Liam and Waver boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Waver is primarily a girl name.

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