Olivia vs Roman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rome, Ro

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Roman Rank #52

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #52 for Roman.

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

Roman ___

  • Roman James
  • Roman Alexander
  • Roman Michael
  • Roman John
  • Roman David
  • Roman Charles

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Roman

Olivia Sophia Julius Leo Helena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Roman more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Roman mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Olivia and Roman boy or girl names?

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

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