Liam: name meaning and origin

Liam

strong-willed protector

Irish · Boy · 2 syllables

Liam is a Irish name meaning "strong-willed protector". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Li, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Liam

  • Liam & Riley Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Liam & Saoirse Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Liam & Andrew Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Liam & Ari Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Liam & Charlie Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Liam & Charlotte Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Liam & Edith Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Liam & Edmund Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Liam

What does the name Liam mean?

Liam is a Irish name meaning "strong-willed protector".

How many syllables are in Liam?

Liam has 2 syllables (Li-am), with the stress usually on "Li".

Is Liam a boy's or girl's name?

Liam is traditionally a boy's name.