Olivia vs Petula

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

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Petula Rank #63,234

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #63234 for Petula.

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

Petula ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Petula

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Petula more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Petula at #63234 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Petula mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Olivia and Petula boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Petula is primarily a girl name.

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