Oliver vs Susan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Susan

Girl #1,137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,137
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sue, Susie, Suze

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3
Susan Rank #1,137

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1137 for Susan.

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

Susan ___

  • Susan Marie
  • Susan Elizabeth
  • Susan Claire
  • Susan Ann
  • Susan Louise
  • Susan Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Susan

Barbara Linda Patricia Michael David

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Susan more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Susan at #1137 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Susan mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Susan means "lily" (Hebrew origin).

Are Oliver and Susan boy or girl names?

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

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