Liam Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Liam Name at a Glance

Name	Liam
Meaning	The Irish diminutive of the name William.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Liam Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Liam means “The Irish diminutive of the name William”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Liam Name Origin

Our database records Liam under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Liam a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Liam is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Liam

When considering Liam for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.