Martha vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Martha

Girl #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mistress, lady of the house"

Origin: Aramaic

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#667
Total SSA Count
431
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mart, Marty, Mattie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Martha Rank #667
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #667 for Martha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Martha ___

  • Martha Jane
  • Martha Elizabeth
  • Martha Ann
  • Martha Grace
  • Martha Louise
  • Martha Claire

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 Martha

Ruth Helen Dorothy Henry George

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Martha or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Martha at #667 in the United States.

What do Martha and Olivia mean?

Martha means "mistress, lady of the house" (Aramaic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Martha and Olivia boy or girl names?

Martha is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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