Harry vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hal, Haz

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #780 for Harry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harry ___

  • Harry James
  • Harry William
  • Harry Thomas
  • Harry George
  • Harry Edward
  • Harry Charles

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 Harry

William George Charlotte Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Olivia mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Harry and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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