Olivia vs Raia

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

All Clear

Raia

Girl #3,356 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, beloved companion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic Muslim American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,356
Total SSA Count
47
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rai, Raya

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Raia Rank #3,356

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3356 for Raia.

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

Raia ___

  • Raia Nour
  • Raia Jade
  • Raia Grace
  • Raia Lily
  • Raia Skye
  • Raia Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Raia

Maia Layla Ava Zara Seren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Raia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Raia at #3356 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Raia mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Raia means "friend, beloved companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Olivia and Raia boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Raia is primarily a girl name.

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