Lori vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lori

Girl #1,525 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel, victory"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,525
Total SSA Count
141
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lori Rank #1,525
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1525 for Lori.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lori ___

  • Lori Ann
  • Lori Lynn
  • Lori Beth
  • Lori Jean
  • Lori Kay
  • Lori Marie

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 Lori

Karen Donna Linda Steven Gary

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lori or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Lori at #1525 in the United States.

What do Lori and Olivia mean?

Lori means "laurel, victory" (Latin origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Lori and Olivia boy or girl names?

Lori is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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