Cathryn vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cathryn

Girl #6,716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek (katharos)

Cultural Roots

Welsh English Greek Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,716
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cath, Cat, Cathy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cathryn Rank #6,716
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6716 for Cathryn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cathryn ___

  • Cathryn Anne
  • Cathryn Elizabeth
  • Cathryn Louise
  • Cathryn Grace
  • Cathryn Jane
  • Cathryn Marie

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 Cathryn

Eleanor Margaret William Edward Charlotte

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cathryn or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cathryn at #6716 in the United States.

What do Cathryn and Olivia mean?

Cathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek (katharos) origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Cathryn and Olivia boy or girl names?

Cathryn is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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