Margaret vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Olivia

Girl #1 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
14,718
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Liv, Livvy, Oli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Margaret Rank #119
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #119 for Margaret.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Margaret ___

  • Margaret Rose
  • Margaret Ann
  • Margaret Jane
  • Margaret Claire
  • Margaret Louise
  • Margaret Elise

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 Margaret

Eleanor Catherine Edward William Charlotte

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Margaret or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Margaret at #119 in the United States.

What do Margaret and Olivia mean?

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

Are Margaret and Olivia boy or girl names?

Margaret is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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