Olivia vs Sage

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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Sage

Girl #145 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wise, the herb sage"

Origin: Latin Salvia

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#145
Total SSA Count
1,987
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Sage Rank #145

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #145 for Sage.

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

Sage ___

  • Sage Olivia
  • Sage Aurora
  • Sage Elise
  • Sage Renee
  • Sage Willow
  • Sage Amara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Sage

River Briar Juniper Oak Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Sage more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Sage at #145 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Sage mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Sage means "wise, the herb sage" (Latin Salvia origin).

Are Olivia and Sage boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Sage is primarily a girl name.

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