Liam vs Willian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willian

Boy #5,797 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Portuguese Brazilian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,797
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Willi

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Willian Rank #5,797

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5797 for Willian.

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

Willian ___

  • Willian Carlos
  • Willian Eduardo
  • Willian Santos
  • Willian Felipe
  • Willian Gabriel
  • Willian Lucas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Willian

Fernando Lucas Gabriel Isabella Valentina

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Willian more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Willian at #5797 in the United States.

What do Liam and Willian mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Willian means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Willian boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Willian is primarily a boy name.

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