Brent vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brent

Boy #1,658 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"high place, hill top"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Canadian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,658
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bre, Bry, Brie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brent Rank #1,658
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1658 for Brent.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brent ___

  • Brent James
  • Brent Michael
  • Brent Lee
  • Brent Alan
  • Brent Scott
  • Brent Wayne

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 Brent

Brett Todd Chad Heather Tammy

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brent or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Brent at #1658 in the United States.

What do Brent and Olivia mean?

Brent means "high place, hill top" (Celtic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Brent and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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