Louis vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Louis

Boy #236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior, renowned in battle"

Origin: Germanic/Frankish

Cultural Roots

French English German Spanish Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#236
Total SSA Count
1,503
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Lou, Louie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Louis Rank #236
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #236 for Louis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Louis ___

  • Louis James
  • Louis Arthur
  • Louis Henry
  • Louis William
  • Louis Theodore
  • Louis Charles

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 Louis

Charlotte Eleanor Arthur Henry Theo

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Louis or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Louis at #236 in the United States.

What do Louis and Olivia mean?

Louis means "famous warrior, renowned in battle" (Germanic/Frankish origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Louis and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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