Laura vs Oliver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#358
Total SSA Count
868
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Laur, Laurie, Laurel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Laura Rank #358
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #358 for Laura.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Laura ___

  • Laura Anne
  • Laura Jane
  • Laura Elizabeth
  • Laura Marie
  • Laura Grace
  • Laura Louise

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Laura

Claire Megan Michael David Susan

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laura or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Laura at #358 in the United States.

What do Laura and Oliver mean?

Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Laura and Oliver boy or girl names?

Laura is primarily a girl name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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