Brad vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brad

Boy #4,135 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"broad valley, wide clearing"

Origin: Old English brad

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,135
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4135 for Brad.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brad ___

  • Brad James
  • Brad Allen
  • Brad Lee
  • Brad Thomas
  • Brad Scott
  • Brad Michael

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 Brad

Chad Todd Greg Tiffany Jennifer

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Brad at #4135 in the United States.

What do Brad and Olivia mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Brad and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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