Edmund vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edmund

Boy #1,184 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperity protector"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,184
Total SSA Count
175
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ned

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Edmund Rank #1,184
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1184 for Edmund.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edmund ___

  • Edmund James
  • Edmund William
  • Edmund Charles
  • Edmund George
  • Edmund Arthur
  • Edmund Henry

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 Edmund

Cecily Lucy Beatrice Theodore Frederick

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edmund or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Edmund at #1184 in the United States.

What do Edmund and Olivia mean?

Edmund means "prosperity protector" (Old English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Edmund and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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