Lawrence vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#510
Total SSA Count
596
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Larry, Laurie, Ren

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lawrence Rank #510
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #510 for Lawrence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lawrence ___

  • Lawrence James
  • Lawrence Edward
  • Lawrence Henry
  • Lawrence William
  • Lawrence Thomas
  • Lawrence Robert

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 Lawrence

Edmund Gerald Theodore Margaret Eleanor

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawrence or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Lawrence at #510 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Olivia mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Lawrence and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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