Oliver vs Pericles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oliver

Boy #3 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
15,343
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ollie, Oli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3
Pericles Rank #32,149

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #32149 for Pericles.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Pericles ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Pericles

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Pericles more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Pericles at #32149 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Pericles mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Oliver and Pericles boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Pericles is primarily a boy name.

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