Olivia vs Oona

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Olivia

Girl #1 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
14,718
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Liv, Livvy, Oli

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Oona

Girl #2,467 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lamb"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish Finnish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,467
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Oona Rank #2,467

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2467 for Oona.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Oona ___

  • Oona Rose
  • Oona Mae
  • Oona Claire
  • Oona Violet
  • Oona June
  • Oona Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Oona

Finn Cillian Saoirse Aoife Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Oona more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Oona at #2467 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Oona mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Oona means "lamb" (Old Irish origin).

Are Olivia and Oona boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Oona is primarily a girl name.

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