Olivia vs Phillip

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
Phillip Rank #627

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #627 for Phillip.

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

Phillip ___

  • Phillip James
  • Phillip John
  • Phillip Thomas
  • Phillip Michael
  • Phillip Andrew

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Phillip

William Elizabeth Catherine Andrew Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Phillip more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Phillip at #627 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Phillip mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Phillip boy or girl names?

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

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