Kathy vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Olivia

Girl #1 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
14,718
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Liv, Livvy, Oli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kathy Rank #2,694
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2694 for Kathy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathy ___

  • Kathy Ann
  • Kathy Marie
  • Kathy Lynn
  • Kathy Jo
  • Kathy Lee
  • Kathy Sue

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 Kathy

Debbie Sandy Linda Bobby Tommy

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathy or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kathy at #2694 in the United States.

What do Kathy and Olivia mean?

Kathy means "innocent" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Kathy and Olivia boy or girl names?

Kathy is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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