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Liahm

♂ Boy

Pronounced LEE-um /ˈli.əm/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Liam, an Irish short form of William, from the Germanic Wilhelm, 'resolute protection; strong-willed warrior' (wil, 'will', + helm, 'helmet/protection')Low

In 30 seconds: Resolute protection; strong-willed warrior: Liahm is a spelling of Liam. Crisp and warm (said 'LEE-um').
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Origin LowIrish, Germanic
MeaningA spelling of Liam, an Irish short form of William, from the Germanic Wilhelm, 'resolute protection; strong-willed warrior' (wil, 'will', + helm, 'helmet/protection')
U.S. rank (2024)#10463 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 164

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220092024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Liahm is a spelling of Liam, an Irish short form of William, from the Germanic Wilhelm, 'resolute protection; strong-willed warrior' (wil, 'will', + helm, 'helmet/protection'). A crisp name (said 'LEE-um').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, as a spelling of the hugely popular Liam. Rare, resolute-protection at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Liahm is a spelling of Liam, an Irish short form of William, 'resolute protection; strong-willed warrior' from the Germanic Wilhelm — a crisp choice (said 'LEE-um').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Liahm — Irish; spelling of Liam

Variations

LiamLliam

Nicknames

Li

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If you like Liahm…

Liam— the standard spelling
William— the full name
Liem— a fellow spelling
Niall— a kin Irish boys' name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Liahm mean?

Liahm is a spelling of Liam, 'resolute protection; strong-willed warrior' from the Germanic Wilhelm (via William).

How do you pronounce Liahm?

It's said LEE-um /ˈli.əm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Liahm a boy or girl name?

Liahm is a boy's name.

How popular is Liahm?

Liahm is a very rare name in the U.S.

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