Olivia vs Penn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Penn

Boy #2,952 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, headland, enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,952
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Penn Rank #2,952

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2952 for Penn.

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

Penn ___

  • Penn James
  • Penn Oliver
  • Penn Alexander
  • Penn Harrison
  • Penn William
  • Penn August

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Penn

Wren Slate Wells Bram Ford

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Penn more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Penn at #2952 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Penn mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Penn means "hill, headland, enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Olivia and Penn boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Penn is primarily a boy name.

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