Olivia vs Royce

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

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Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Roy

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Royce Rank #463

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #463 for Royce.

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

Royce ___

  • Royce James
  • Royce William
  • Royce Alexander
  • Royce Edward
  • Royce Michael
  • Royce Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Royce

Reed Brooks Greyson Audrey Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Royce more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Royce mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Olivia and Royce boy or girl names?

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

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