Mavis vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mavis

Girl #566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song thrush, songbird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
532
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mave, Mavie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mavis Rank #566
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #566 for Mavis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mavis ___

  • Mavis June
  • Mavis Pearl
  • Mavis Rose
  • Mavis Grace
  • Mavis Irene
  • Mavis Louise

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 Mavis

Hattie Clive Olive Clarence Blythe

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mavis or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Mavis at #566 in the United States.

What do Mavis and Olivia mean?

Mavis means "song thrush, songbird" (Old French origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Mavis and Olivia boy or girl names?

Mavis is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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