Olivia vs Rae

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rae

Girl #1,260 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew (via Rachel)

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,260
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Rae Rank #1,260

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1260 for Rae.

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

Rae ___

  • Rae Ellen
  • Rae Marie
  • Rae Louise
  • Rae Elizabeth
  • Rae Ann
  • Rae Christine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Rae

Leo June Mae Beau Nora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Rae more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Rae at #1260 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Rae mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Rae means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew (via Rachel) origin).

Are Olivia and Rae boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Rae is primarily a girl name.

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