Olivia vs Pierce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pierce

Boy #541 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#541
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pie, Pier, Piery

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Pierce Rank #541

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #541 for Pierce.

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

Pierce ___

  • Pierce James
  • Pierce William
  • Pierce Edward
  • Pierce Henry
  • Pierce Anthony
  • Pierce Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Pierce

Nora Claire Grant Vivian Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Pierce more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Pierce at #541 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Pierce mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Olivia and Pierce boy or girl names?

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

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