Olivia vs Phaedra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Phaedra

Girl #6,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, radiant, shining"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Roman English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,169
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Phae

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Phaedra Rank #6,169

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6169 for Phaedra.

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

Phaedra ___

  • Phaedra Rose
  • Phaedra Violet
  • Phaedra Claire
  • Phaedra Jane
  • Phaedra Ann
  • Phaedra Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Phaedra

Theron Damon Calista Ariadne Perseus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Phaedra more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Phaedra at #6169 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Phaedra mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Phaedra means "bright, radiant, shining" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Phaedra boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Phaedra is primarily a girl name.

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