Arthur vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Art, Artie

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #105 for Arthur.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arthur ___

  • Arthur James
  • Arthur William
  • Arthur Henry
  • Arthur Frederick
  • Arthur George
  • Arthur Edmund

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 Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Olivia mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Arthur and Olivia boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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