Lily vs Oliver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lily

Girl #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
6,093
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

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Popularity Comparison

Lily Rank #24
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #24 for Lily.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lily ___

  • Lily Grace
  • Lily Anne
  • Lily Rose
  • Lily Jane
  • Lily Mae
  • Lily Kate

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 Lily

Oliver Violet Jack Iris Jasper

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lily or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Lily at #24 in the United States.

What do Lily and Oliver mean?

Lily means "lily flower, purity" (Old English origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Lily and Oliver boy or girl names?

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

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