Henry vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6
Total SSA Count
11,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hank, Harry, Hal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Henry Rank #6
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6 for Henry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Henry ___

  • Henry James
  • Henry William
  • Henry Thomas
  • Henry Alexander
  • Henry John
  • Henry Oliver

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 Henry

Charlotte Eleanor Amelia Olivia Oliver

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henry or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Henry at #6 in the United States.

What do Henry and Olivia mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Henry and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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