What does the name Liam mean?

The first name Liam means “strong-willed warrior”.

Where does the name Liam come from?

Liam has its roots in Celtic/Irish.

Is Liam a girls' or boys' name?

Liam is a masculine first name (a boys' name).

Liam is one of the very popular first names.

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Liam

“strong-willed warrior”

Origin: Celtic/Irish
Syllables: 2
Popularity: 90 of 100Very popular
Famous bearers: Liam Neeson Liam Hemsworth Liam Gallagher Liam Payne Liam Cunningham Liam Lawson Liam Delap Liam Aiken Liam Cosgrave Liam Cooper

About the name Liam

Liam is a masculine first name meaning “strong-willed warrior”, with roots in Celtic/Irish. The name has 2 syllables. It is one of the very popular first names.

Frequently asked about Liam

What does the name Liam mean?: The first name Liam means “strong-willed warrior”.
Where does the name Liam come from?: Liam has its roots in Celtic/Irish.
Is Liam a girls' or boys' name?: Liam is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
How popular is Liam?: Liam is one of the very popular first names.

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