Dennis vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dennis

Boy #708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"follower of Dionysus"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#708
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Denny, Den

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Popularity Comparison

Dennis Rank #708
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #708 for Dennis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dennis ___

  • Dennis James
  • Dennis Michael
  • Dennis Paul
  • Dennis Lee
  • Dennis Ray
  • Dennis Alan

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 Dennis

Kevin Patrick Karen Sharon Gary

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Olivia mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Dennis and Olivia boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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