Olivia vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#652
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sammy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Sam Rank #652

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #652 for Sam.

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

Sam ___

  • Sam James
  • Sam Lee
  • Sam Alexander
  • Sam William
  • Sam Cole
  • Sam David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Sam

Jack Lucy Ella Tom Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Sam more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Sam at #652 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Sam mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Olivia and Sam boy or girl names?

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

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