Mae vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mae

Girl #530 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#530
Total SSA Count
574
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mae Rank #530
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #530 for Mae.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mae ___

  • Mae Elizabeth
  • Mae Louise
  • Mae Catherine
  • Mae Caroline
  • Mae Alexandra
  • Mae Josephine

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 Mae

Rose Pearl June Beatrice Iris

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mae or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Mae at #530 in the United States.

What do Mae and Olivia mean?

Mae means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Mae and Olivia boy or girl names?

Mae is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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