Liam vs Zeke

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Zeke

Boy #732 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#732
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

45 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Zeke Rank #732

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #732 for Zeke.

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

Zeke ___

  • Zeke James
  • Zeke Thomas
  • Zeke Aaron
  • Zeke David
  • Zeke Cole
  • Zeke River

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Zeke

Eli Asher Silas Ezra Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Zeke more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Zeke at #732 in the United States.

What do Liam and Zeke mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Zeke means "strength of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Liam and Zeke boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Zeke is primarily a boy name.

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