Liam vs Waverly

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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Waverly

Girl #916 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow of quivering aspens"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#916
Total SSA Count
289
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wave, Wavie, Avery

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Waverly Rank #916

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #916 for Waverly.

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

Waverly ___

  • Waverly Rose
  • Waverly June
  • Waverly Claire
  • Waverly Jade
  • Waverly Faith
  • Waverly Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Waverly

Hadley Finley Emerson Hollis Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Waverly more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Waverly at #916 in the United States.

What do Liam and Waverly mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Waverly means "meadow of quivering aspens" (Old English origin).

Are Liam and Waverly boy or girl names?

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

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