Olivia vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Salem

Girl #430 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#430
Total SSA Count
715
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sal, Sallie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Salem Rank #430

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #430 for Salem.

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

Salem ___

  • Salem Grace
  • Salem Rose
  • Salem Jane
  • Salem Mae
  • Salem Elise
  • Salem Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Salem

Ember Raven Wren Cypress Zephyr

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Salem more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Salem at #430 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Salem mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Salem means "peaceful, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Olivia and Salem boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Salem is primarily a girl name.

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