Joana vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joana

Girl #2,579 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Portuguese Spanish Catalan

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,579
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Jo, Jana

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Joana Rank #2,579
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2579 for Joana.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Joana ___

  • Joana Marie
  • Joana Isabel
  • Joana Sofia
  • Joana Clara
  • Joana Beatriz
  • Joana Luisa

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 Joana

Maria Isabel Ana Diego Carlos

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joana or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Joana at #2579 in the United States.

What do Joana and Olivia mean?

Joana means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Joana and Olivia boy or girl names?

Joana is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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