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  LIAM

The meaning of the unisex name Liam is FORM OF WILLIAM..

Details on LIAM:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Form of william
Popularity for Boy:
1st in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Girl:
7,658th in the USA (top 25%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

22,164 births
LIAM as a BOY in 2024
34 births
LIAM as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of LIAM:

The name Liam is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Liam is: Will-helmet.Famous Bearers:poet and playwright William Shakespeare (1564-1616) and William Wordsworth.
German meaning
The name Liam is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Liam is: Will-helmet.Famous Bearers:poet and playwright William Shakespeare (1564-1616) and William Wordsworth.
American meaning
The name Liam is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Liam is: Helmeted.
Gaelic meaning
The name Liam is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Liam is: The Irishname William.
Irish meaning
The name Liam is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Liam is: Resolute defender.
Teutonic meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for LIAM:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name LIAM

 LIAM as a boy

YearBoy Births
202422164 births
202320886 births
202220563 births
202120407 births
202019858 births
201920622 births
201819974 births
201718728 births
201618198 births
201518355 births
201418451 births
201318131 births
201216796 births
201113433 births
201010927 births
20098563 births

 LIAM as a girl

YearGirl Births
202434 births
202330 births
202226 births
202130 births
202033 births
201930 births
201824 births
201736 births
201619 births
201521 births
201432 births
201322 births
201223 births
201113 births
201022 births
200921 births

About the name LIAM

Liam, a name that resonates with strength and warmth, finds its roots in the Irish name "Uilliam," which is derived from the Germanic "Willahelm," meaning "resolute protector." This name carries with it a sense of guardianship and loyalty, symbolizing a steadfast heart amidst the trials of life. Widely celebrated in Ireland, where it has deep cultural significance, Liam has also spread its wings across the globe, finding favor in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. In recent years, it has surged in popularity, often topping baby name charts and becoming synonymous with a modern yet timeless charm. The name evokes images of lush green landscapes and the gentle hum of traditional Irish melodies, embodying a spirit that is both nurturing and strong. With its melodic sound and rich heritage, Liam is not just a name; it is a legacy of love and protection, perfect for a child destined to make their mark on the world.

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