Olivia vs Payton

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
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Payton Rank #381

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #381 for Payton.

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

Payton ___

  • Payton Grace
  • Payton Ann
  • Payton Marie
  • Payton Rose
  • Payton Leigh
  • Payton Nicole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Payton

Taylor Jordan Riley Bailey Blake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Payton more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Payton at #381 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Payton mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Payton means "Paega's town, farmstead settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Olivia and Payton boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Payton is primarily a girl name.

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