Lois vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lois

Girl #1,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"superior, more desirable"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,692
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lois Rank #1,692
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1692 for Lois.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lois ___

  • Lois Marie
  • Lois Anne
  • Lois Jean
  • Lois Ellen
  • Lois Claire

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 Lois

Clark Nora Helen Dorothy Rex

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lois or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Lois at #1692 in the United States.

What do Lois and Olivia mean?

Lois means "superior, more desirable" (Greek origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Lois and Olivia boy or girl names?

Lois is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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