Liam vs Wiliam

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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Wiliam

Boy #6,634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,634
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Willie, Bill

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Wiliam Rank #6,634

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6634 for Wiliam.

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

Wiliam ___

  • Wiliam James
  • Wiliam Thomas
  • Wiliam Henry
  • Wiliam Alexander
  • Wiliam Joseph
  • Wiliam Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Wiliam

Henry George Charlotte Eleanor Catherine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Wiliam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Wiliam at #6634 in the United States.

What do Liam and Wiliam mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Wiliam means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Old High German Willahelm origin).

Are Liam and Wiliam boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Wiliam is primarily a boy name.

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