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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Resolute protector (via William)
- Origin
- Irish (from William)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- LEE-uhm
Liam is a boy's name with Irish roots, used as a short form of William, and it carries the meaning "resolute protector." It's pronounced LEE-uhm, and it pairs a bold, adventurous feel with a long-established, classic presence that's carried it well beyond Ireland.
Meaning & Origin of Liam
Meaning: Resolute protector (via William).
Origin: Irish (from William).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Liam
LEE-uhmIPA /ˈliːəm/
Popularity of Liam
Liam has held the #1 spot for boys in 2024, given to 22,164 babies that year, and it first reached #1 back in 2017 with 18,865 babies named Liam.
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FAQ
What does the name Liam mean?
Resolute protector (via William). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Liam?
Liam is pronounced LEE-uhm (IPA: /ˈliːəm/).
Is Liam a popular name right now?
Liam is near its all-time peak (#1 in 2017), ranked #1 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1947–2024.)
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