Bates vs Oliver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oliver

Boy #3 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
15,343
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ollie, Oli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bates Rank #8,344
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #8344 for Bates.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bates ___

No pairings available yet.

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bates

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If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bates or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Bates at #8344 in the United States.

What do Bates and Oliver mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Bates and Oliver boy or girl names?

Bates is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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