Darlene vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darlene

Girl #1,803 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"darling, dear beloved one"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,803
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dar, Darley, Dee

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Darlene Rank #1,803
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1803 for Darlene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darlene ___

  • Darlene Marie
  • Darlene Ann
  • Darlene Jean
  • Darlene Sue
  • Darlene Lynn
  • Darlene Kay

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 Darlene

Charlene Marlene Gary Dennis Cheryl

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darlene or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Darlene at #1803 in the United States.

What do Darlene and Olivia mean?

Darlene means "darling, dear beloved one" (American English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Darlene and Olivia boy or girl names?

Darlene is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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