Kimberly 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

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Popularity Comparison

Kimberly Rank #247
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #247 for Kimberly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kimberly ___

  • Kimberly Ann
  • Kimberly Marie
  • Kimberly Grace
  • Kimberly Nicole
  • Kimberly Lee
  • Kimberly Renee

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 Kimberly

Beverly Brittany Whitney Jennifer Tyler

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kimberly or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Kimberly at #247 in the United States.

What do Kimberly and Olivia mean?

Kimberly means "royal fortress meadow" (Old English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Kimberly and Olivia boy or girl names?

Kimberly is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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