Kaia vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaia

Girl #180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"earth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian Hawaiian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#180
Total SSA Count
1,675
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kay, Kai

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kaia Rank #180
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #180 for Kaia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaia ___

  • Kaia Rose
  • Kaia Jane
  • Kaia Marie
  • Kaia Grace
  • Kaia Lee
  • Kaia Simone

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 Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaia or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kaia at #180 in the United States.

What do Kaia and Olivia mean?

Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Kaia and Olivia boy or girl names?

Kaia is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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