Everything about the name LYAM

Meaning, origin, history

Liam is a popular boy's name of Irish origin. It is derived from the old Irish name "Liathán," which means "strong-willed warrior" or "helmet of will." The name Liam has been widely used throughout history, with some notable figures bearing the name including Liam Neeson, the renowned Irish actor, and Liam Gallagher, the former lead singer of the British rock band Oasis. Despite its strong historical ties to Ireland, Liam is now a popular choice for baby boys around the world, ranking among the top names in several countries including the United States, Canada, and Australia.

See also

Irish

Popularity of the name LYAM since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

Based on the statistics provided, the name Lyam has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past two decades in the United States.

From 2002 to 2023, there have been a total of 1681 births registered with the name Lyam. The number of annual births with this name started relatively low, with only 5 recorded in 2002. However, by 2023, that number had climbed to 193, marking a substantial rise in popularity.

The growth in popularity can be observed through several peaks and valleys over the years. In 2008, there were 19 births, which doubled by 2009 with 37 births. The name's popularity continued to grow, reaching 65 births in 2011 and then doubling again by 2014 with 97 births.

The years from 2014 onwards saw a consistent increase in the number of Lyam births. From 2014 to 2018, the annual count fluctuated between 95 and 153 births. In 2019, there were 153 births, followed by another peak in 2020 with 151 births.

Despite a slight dip in 2021 with 137 births, the name Lyam continued its upward trend in popularity, reaching an all-time high of 193 births in 2023. This significant increase over two decades demonstrates that the name Lyam has become increasingly favored among parents in the United States during this period.