Ismene vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ismene Rank #19,663
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #19663 for Ismene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ismene ___

No pairings available yet.

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 Ismene

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If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ismene or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ismene at #19663 in the United States.

What do Ismene and Olivia mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Ismene and Olivia boy or girl names?

Ismene is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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