King vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

King Rank #343
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #343 for King.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

King ___

  • King James
  • King David
  • King Alexander
  • King Emmanuel
  • King Solomon
  • King Theodore

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 King

Major Duke Royal Prince Reign

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do King and Olivia mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are King and Olivia boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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