Karissa vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Karissa

Girl #2,663 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, kindness"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,663
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kari, Rissa, Kris

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Karissa Rank #2,663
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2663 for Karissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Karissa ___

  • Karissa Lynn
  • Karissa Marie
  • Karissa Anne
  • Karissa Grace
  • Karissa Nicole
  • Karissa Dawn

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 Karissa

Marissa Brianna Ryan Tyler Melissa

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karissa or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Karissa at #2663 in the United States.

What do Karissa and Olivia mean?

Karissa means "grace, kindness" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Karissa and Olivia boy or girl names?

Karissa is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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