Nia vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nia

Girl #672 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brightness, lustrous"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh African Swahili American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#672
Total SSA Count
428
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Nia Rank #672
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #672 for Nia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Nia ___

  • Nia Grace
  • Nia Rose
  • Nia Jade
  • Nia Belle
  • Nia Faith
  • Nia Dawn

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 Nia

Zara Amara Imani Malik Kofi

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nia or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Nia at #672 in the United States.

What do Nia and Olivia mean?

Nia means "brightness, lustrous" (Welsh origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Nia and Olivia boy or girl names?

Nia is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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