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How to pronounce Liam (LEE-am)

Liam

LEE-am

Leeam

Irish form of William. Two syllables — 'LEE' then 'am'.

Notes

Irish form of William. Two syllables — 'LEE' then 'am'.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Irish form of William
Meaning
resolute protector

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Liamo
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Top Australian boys' name in the 2010s.

Notable people

  • Liam Neeson (Northern Irish actor)
  • Liam Hemsworth (Australian actor)

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