Flynn vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Flynn

Boy #738 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Fly, Flie, Flykins

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Flynn Rank #738
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #738 for Flynn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Flynn ___

  • Flynn William
  • Flynn Thomas
  • Flynn James
  • Flynn Alexander
  • Flynn Reid
  • Flynn Patrick

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 Flynn

Finn Declan Callum Rory Nora

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flynn or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Flynn at #738 in the United States.

What do Flynn and Olivia mean?

Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Flynn and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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