Maria vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maria

Girl #74 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"drop of the sea, star of the sea"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Portuguese German Polish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#74
Total SSA Count
3,105
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Ria, Mia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maria Rank #74
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #74 for Maria.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maria ___

  • Maria Elena
  • Maria Theresa
  • Maria Lucia
  • Maria Isabelle
  • Maria Christina
  • Maria Celeste

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 Maria

Elena Lucia Isabella Carlos Diego

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maria or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Maria at #74 in the United States.

What do Maria and Olivia mean?

Maria means "drop of the sea, star of the sea" (Latin origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Maria and Olivia boy or girl names?

Maria is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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