Aileen vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aileen

Girl #718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Irish/Greek Helene

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#718
Total SSA Count
390
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ally, Lee, Leenie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Aileen Rank #718
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #718 for Aileen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aileen ___

  • Aileen Rose
  • Aileen Marie
  • Aileen Grace
  • Aileen Patricia
  • Aileen Margaret
  • Aileen Frances

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aileen

Brigid Colleen Fiona Patrick Seamus

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aileen or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Aileen at #718 in the United States.

What do Aileen and Olivia mean?

Aileen means "bright, shining light" (Irish/Greek Helene origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Aileen and Olivia boy or girl names?

Aileen is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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