Liam Boy
Origin(s)
Irish; Germanic
Meaning
Irish: 'resolute protector'; Germanic: 'helmet, protection'
Historical & Cultural Background
Liam is a short form of the Irish name Uilliam, which is derived from the Germanic Wilhelm. It has been popular in Ireland for centuries and has gained international recognition. The name has seen a significant rise in popularity in various English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Liam has consistently ranked among the top names for boys in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Leo, Luca, Lyle, Landon, Loren, Liaman
Variants
- Liam
- Lio
International Variants
- Liam (English)
- William (English)
- Guillermo (Spanish)
- Wilhelm (German)
Famous people named Liam
Liam Neeson is a renowned actor known for his roles in films such as 'Schindler's List' and 'Taken'.
Liam Hemsworth is an Australian actor recognized for his role in 'The Hunger Games' series.
Liam Payne is a British singer and songwriter, famous as a member of the boy band One Direction.
Liam Gallagher is an English musician and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the band Oasis.
Fictional characters named Liam
Liam Dunbar is a character in the TV series 'Teen Wolf', known for being a werewolf and a member of the pack.
Liam Court is a character in the TV series '90210', portrayed as a wealthy and charming young man.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liam was first seen in the United States in 1947. Liam has ranked as high as #1 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Liam has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Liam (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 3,084 | |
| CA | 2,716 | |
| FL | 1,818 | |
| NY | 1,445 | |
| GA | 771 | |
| NC | 745 | |
| IL | 737 | |
| PA | 611 | |
| VA | 585 | |
| OH | 563 | |
| TN | 532 | |
| AZ | 504 | |
| MD | 455 | |
| WA | 444 | |
| MA | 441 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 28 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1961 | 27 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 43 |
| 1964 | 38 |
| 1965 | 36 |
| 1966 | 47 |
| 1967 | 60 |
| 1968 | 55 |
| 1969 | 47 |
| 1970 | 49 |
| 1971 | 59 |
| 1972 | 63 |
| 1973 | 61 |
| 1974 | 72 |
| 1975 | 81 |
| 1976 | 71 |
| 1977 | 97 |
| 1978 | 112 |
| 1979 | 119 |
| 1980 | 115 |
| 1981 | 123 |
| 1982 | 157 |
| 1983 | 146 |
| 1984 | 146 |
| 1985 | 150 |
| 1986 | 152 |
| 1987 | 147 |
| 1988 | 172 |
| 1989 | 224 |
| 1990 | 277 |
| 1991 | 270 |
| 1992 | 305 |
| 1993 | 400 |
| 1994 | 668 |
| 1995 | 1,206 |
| 1996 | 1,748 |
| 1997 | 2,112 |
| 1998 | 2,209 |
| 1999 | 2,709 |
| 2000 | 2,781 |
| 2001 | 3,029 |
| 2002 | 3,382 |
| 2003 | 3,565 |
| 2004 | 3,827 |
| 2005 | 4,152 |
| 2006 | 4,514 |
| 2007 | 5,141 |
| 2008 | 5,980 |
| 2009 | 8,567 |
| 2010 | 10,932 |
| 2011 | 13,449 |
| 2012 | 16,823 |
| 2013 | 18,153 |
| 2014 | 18,484 |
| 2015 | 18,407 |
| 2016 | 18,272 |
| 2017 | 18,865 |
| 2018 | 19,974 |
| 2019 | 20,622 |
| 2020 | 19,858 |
| 2021 | 20,407 |
| 2022 | 20,563 |
| 2023 | 20,886 |
| 2024 | 22,164 |