Liam vs Zaya

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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Zaya

Girl #1,414 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fate, destiny"

Origin: Mongolian

Cultural Roots

Mongolian Arabic American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,414
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Zay, Zee

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Zaya Rank #1,414

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1414 for Zaya.

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

Zaya ___

  • Zaya Rose
  • Zaya Marie
  • Zaya Grace
  • Zaya Nicole
  • Zaya Simone
  • Zaya Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Zaya

Zara Zuri Nova Luna Kai

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Zaya more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Zaya at #1414 in the United States.

What do Liam and Zaya mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Zaya means "fate, destiny" (Mongolian origin).

Are Liam and Zaya boy or girl names?

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

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