Liam vs Zelda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zelda

Girl #745 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gray battle maiden"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic Jewish/Yiddish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#745
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Zel

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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Zelda Rank #745

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #745 for Zelda.

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

Zelda ___

  • Zelda Rose
  • Zelda June
  • Zelda Pearl
  • Zelda Mae
  • Zelda Violet
  • Zelda Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Zelda

Beatrix Hazel Winifred Clementine Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Zelda more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Zelda at #745 in the United States.

What do Liam and Zelda mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Zelda means "gray battle maiden" (Germanic origin).

Are Liam and Zelda boy or girl names?

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

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