Graham vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gray, Grey

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Olivia

Girl #1 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
14,718
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Liv, Livvy, Oli

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Graham Rank #129
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #129 for Graham.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Graham ___

  • Graham James
  • Graham William
  • Graham Henry
  • Graham Thomas
  • Graham Reid
  • Graham Cole

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 Graham

Elliot Nora Fiona Duncan Callum

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graham or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Graham and Olivia mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Graham and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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