Liam
lee-um
US Popularity:1
Origin:Irish
Meaning:helmet of will, protection; Strong-willed warrior
Liam is a boy's given name of Irish origin. It is a diminutive of the British name William, meaning “helmet of will” or “protection.” Liam also points to a “strong-willed warrior,” so baby can hope to embody courage and determination as they flourish! Liam is popular in Ireland and the UK, with celebrities such as One Direction's Liam Payne and Irish actor Liam Neeson flying the flag.
Famous People Named Liam
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Liam Aaron McDermottSon of Tori Spelling
- Liam GallagherSinger
- Liam HemsworthActor
- Liam NeesonActor
- Liam PayneSinger
Liam Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Liam is currently #3 on The Bump
Boy:Liam is currently #2 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Liam is currently #1 in U.S. births
Boy:Liam is currently #1 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1
in 2023
No change
from 2022
Sources
Ireland Before You Die, Liam: meaning of the name, history, and origin explained January 2022
Forebears, Liam Forename Definition
Ancestry, William Family History
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