Jo vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jo

Girl #4,308 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God will add, God will increase"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,308
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Jo Rank #4,308
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4308 for Jo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jo ___

  • Jo Ellen
  • Jo Marie
  • Jo Ann
  • Jo Louise
  • Jo Elise
  • Jo Catherine

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 Jo

Meg Beth Amy Scout Finn

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jo or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Jo at #4308 in the United States.

What do Jo and Olivia mean?

Jo means "God will add, God will increase" (Hebrew origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Jo and Olivia boy or girl names?

Jo is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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