Oliver vs Serena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Serena

Girl #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"tranquil, serene, clear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
938
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Seri, Rena, Ser

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3
Serena Rank #332

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #332 for Serena.

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

Serena ___

  • Serena Rose
  • Serena Grace
  • Serena Joy
  • Serena Marie
  • Serena Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Serena

Venus Valentina Sebastian Julian Elena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Serena more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Serena at #332 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Serena mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Serena means "tranquil, serene, clear" (Latin origin).

Are Oliver and Serena boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Serena is primarily a girl name.

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