Maureen vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maureen

Girl #4,928 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little Mary"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,928
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mo, Reenie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Maureen Rank #4,928
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4928 for Maureen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maureen ___

  • Maureen Rose
  • Maureen Anne
  • Maureen Frances
  • Maureen Patricia
  • Maureen Brigid
  • Maureen Catherine

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 Maureen

Colleen Siobhan Brendan Declan Aoife

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maureen or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Maureen at #4928 in the United States.

What do Maureen and Olivia mean?

Maureen means "little Mary" (Irish Gaelic origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Maureen and Olivia boy or girl names?

Maureen is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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