Dalani vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dalani

Girl #2,263 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"gentle, serene"

Origin: African

Cultural Roots

African-American American Swahili

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,263
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dali, Lani

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dalani Rank #2,263
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2263 for Dalani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dalani ___

  • Dalani Rose
  • Dalani Marie
  • Dalani Simone
  • Dalani Jade
  • Dalani Celeste
  • Dalani Dawn

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 Dalani

Amara Zuri Nia Imani Kofi

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalani or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Dalani at #2263 in the United States.

What do Dalani and Olivia mean?

Dalani means "gentle, serene" (African origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Dalani and Olivia boy or girl names?

Dalani is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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