Kaia vs Ophelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ophelia

Girl #261 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"help, aid"

Origin: Greek opheleia

Cultural Roots

Greek English Italian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#261
Total SSA Count
1,215
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ophie, Lia, Effie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kaia Rank #180
Ophelia Rank #261

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 vs #261 for Ophelia.

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

Ophelia ___

  • Ophelia Rose
  • Ophelia Jane
  • Ophelia Claire
  • Ophelia Mae
  • Ophelia Grace
  • Ophelia Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

If you choose Ophelia

Hamlet Sebastian Cordelia Portia Lysander

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaia or Ophelia more popular?

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 compared to Ophelia at #261 in the United States.

What do Kaia and Ophelia mean?

Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin). Ophelia means "help, aid" (Greek opheleia origin).

Are Kaia and Ophelia boy or girl names?

Kaia is primarily a girl name. Ophelia is primarily a girl name.

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