Clare vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clare

Girl #950 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#950
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Clary

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clare Rank #950
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #950 for Clare.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clare ___

  • Clare Marie
  • Clare Elizabeth
  • Clare Anne
  • Clare Rose
  • Clare Josephine
  • Clare Frances

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 Clare

Margaret Eleanor Thomas Henry Cecily

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clare or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Clare at #950 in the United States.

What do Clare and Olivia mean?

Clare means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Clare and Olivia boy or girl names?

Clare is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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