Olivia vs Orla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orla

Girl #2,516 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"golden princess, golden sovereign"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,516
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Orla Rank #2,516

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2516 for Orla.

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

Orla ___

  • Orla Grace
  • Orla Rose
  • Orla Maeve
  • Orla Fionnuala
  • Orla Claire
  • Orla Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Orla

Finn Cian Niamh Aoife Oisín

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Orla more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Orla at #2516 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Orla mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Orla means "golden princess, golden sovereign" (Old Irish origin).

Are Olivia and Orla boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Orla is primarily a girl name.

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