Olivia vs Ophelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ophelia

Girl #261 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"help, aid"

Origin: Greek opheleia

Cultural Roots

Greek English Italian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#261
Total SSA Count
1,215
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ophie, Lia, Effie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Ophelia Rank #261

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #261 for Ophelia.

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

Ophelia ___

  • Ophelia Rose
  • Ophelia Jane
  • Ophelia Claire
  • Ophelia Mae
  • Ophelia Grace
  • Ophelia Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Ophelia

Hamlet Sebastian Cordelia Portia Lysander

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Ophelia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ophelia at #261 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Ophelia mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Ophelia means "help, aid" (Greek opheleia origin).

Are Olivia and Ophelia boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Ophelia is primarily a girl name.

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