Marlene vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlene

Girl #1,555 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew (via Maria)

Cultural Roots

German French American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,555
Total SSA Count
137
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Marle, Lena, Marli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Marlene Rank #1,555
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1555 for Marlene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marlene ___

  • Marlene Grace
  • Marlene Louise
  • Marlene Anne
  • Marlene Claire
  • Marlene Rose
  • Marlene Jane

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 Marlene

Ingrid Gertrude Hildegard Claus Heinrich

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlene or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Marlene at #1555 in the United States.

What do Marlene and Olivia mean?

Marlene means "wished-for child" (Hebrew (via Maria) origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Marlene and Olivia boy or girl names?

Marlene is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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