Liam vs Willis

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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Willis

Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,686
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Willy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Willis Rank #2,686

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2686 for Willis.

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

Willis ___

  • Willis James
  • Willis Thomas
  • Willis Scott
  • Willis Dean
  • Willis Grant
  • Willis Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Willis

Earl Boyd Clarence Mavis June

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Willis more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Willis at #2686 in the United States.

What do Liam and Willis mean?

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

Are Liam and Willis boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Willis is primarily a boy name.

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