Bray vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bray

Boy #2,828 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, marshland"

Origin: Old French/English

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,828
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bray Rank #2,828
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2828 for Bray.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bray ___

  • Bray James
  • Bray Thomas
  • Bray Lee
  • Bray Alexander
  • Bray Elliott
  • Bray Owen

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 Bray

Grey Finn Quinn Blake Sloane

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bray or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Bray at #2828 in the United States.

What do Bray and Olivia mean?

Bray means "hill, marshland" (Old French/English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Bray and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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