Olivia vs Reese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reese

Girl #190 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ardor, enthusiasm, fire"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#190
Total SSA Count
1,589
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ree, Rey, Reie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Reese Rank #190

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #190 for Reese.

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

Reese ___

  • Reese Ann
  • Reese Marie
  • Reese Lynn
  • Reese Grace
  • Reese Elaine
  • Reese Joelle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Reese

Blake Quinn Sage Brooke Cole

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Reese more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Reese at #190 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Reese mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fire" (Welsh origin).

Are Olivia and Reese boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Reese is primarily a girl name.

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