Claire vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Claire

Girl #67 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"illustrious, renowned"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

French English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#67
Total SSA Count
3,329
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cla, Clai, Claiy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Claire Rank #67
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #67 for Claire.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Claire ___

  • Claire Elizabeth
  • Claire Anne
  • Claire Louise
  • Claire Olivia
  • Claire Marie
  • Claire Isabelle

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 Claire

Sophie Isabelle James Henry Rose

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claire or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Claire at #67 in the United States.

What do Claire and Olivia mean?

Claire means "illustrious, renowned" (Old French origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Claire and Olivia boy or girl names?

Claire is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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