Olivia vs Raya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raya

Girl #363 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic Slavic English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#363
Total SSA Count
859
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ray

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Raya Rank #363

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #363 for Raya.

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

Raya ___

  • Raya Luna
  • Raya Marie
  • Raya Grace
  • Raya Jade
  • Raya Skye
  • Raya Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Raya

Zara Kai Mila Leo Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Raya more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Raya at #363 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Raya mean?

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

Are Olivia and Raya boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Raya is primarily a girl name.

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