Oliver vs Tillie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tillie

Girl #1,235 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mighty in battle, strength in battle"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,235
Total SSA Count
189
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Till, Til

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3
Tillie Rank #1,235

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1235 for Tillie.

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

Tillie ___

  • Tillie Rose
  • Tillie Mae
  • Tillie Jane
  • Tillie Grace
  • Tillie Bea
  • Tillie Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Tillie

Millie Nell Dot Archie Bertie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Tillie more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Tillie at #1235 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Tillie mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Tillie means "mighty in battle, strength in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Oliver and Tillie boy or girl names?

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

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