Clarissa vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clarissa

Girl #1,160 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin clarus

Cultural Roots

English Italian American Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,160
Total SSA Count
207
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Clar, Rissa, Clary

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clarissa Rank #1,160
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1160 for Clarissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarissa ___

  • Clarissa Jane
  • Clarissa Rose
  • Clarissa Anne
  • Clarissa Elizabeth
  • Clarissa Violet
  • Clarissa Mae

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 Clarissa

Araminta Cordelia Sebastian Lysander Beatrice

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarissa or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Clarissa at #1160 in the United States.

What do Clarissa and Olivia mean?

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

Are Clarissa and Olivia boy or girl names?

Clarissa is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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