Larissa vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larissa

Girl #1,616 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"citadel, fortress"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian Brazilian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,616
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lara, Rissa, Lari

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Larissa Rank #1,616
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1616 for Larissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Larissa ___

  • Larissa Grace
  • Larissa Anne
  • Larissa Marie
  • Larissa Nicole
  • Larissa Rose
  • Larissa Jane

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 Larissa

Marissa Valeria Natalia Dominic Alexei

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Larissa or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Larissa at #1616 in the United States.

What do Larissa and Olivia mean?

Larissa means "citadel, fortress" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Larissa and Olivia boy or girl names?

Larissa is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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