"Resolute protection; will-helmet"
Origin: Germanic (via William)
Lliam
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A distinctive 2-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
"Short form of Uilliam, the Irish form of William"
Origin: Irish
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Things to Know About This Name
- The double-L spelling may cause consistent spelling corrections and confusion
- May be seen as an affected variant of the extremely common Liam
Historical Record
Lliam first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 484 babies have been named Lliam in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lliam is past its peak , currently ranked #5,114 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#5,114
Current Rank
Peaked 2013
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,114
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Irish English American
Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lliam
What does the name Lliam mean?
"Resolute protection; will-helmet" (from Germanic (via William)). "Short form of Uilliam, the Irish form of William" (from Irish)
What is the origin of the name Lliam?
Lliam has Germanic (via William), Irish, English, and American origins. In Germanic (via William), it means "Resolute protection; will-helmet". In Irish, it means "Short form of Uilliam, the Irish form of William".
Is Lliam a boy or girl name?
Lliam is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Lliam?
Lliam is currently ranked #5114 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lliam?
Common nicknames for Lliam include Lli, Lly, Llie, and Llikins.
What are good middle names for Lliam?
Popular middle name pairings include Lliam James, Lliam Patrick, Lliam Thomas, Lliam Ryan, and Lliam Michael.
What are good sibling names for Lliam?
Names that pair well with Lliam as siblings include Finn, Declan, Connor, Niall, Siobhan, and Aoife.
How many syllables does Lliam have?
Lliam has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Lliam a common or rare name?
Lliam is an uncommon name, ranked #5114 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Lliam
Lliam is a boy name with Irish, English, and American origins . The name means "Resolute protection; will-helmet" in Germanic (via William) .
Lliam is currently ranked #5,114 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Lliam has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lliam include Lli, Lly, Llie, and Llikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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