Olivia vs Santana

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Santana

Boy #812 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"holy, sacred place"

Origin: Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#812
Total SSA Count
309
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sant, Santi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Santana Rank #812

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #812 for Santana.

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

Santana ___

  • Santana James
  • Santana Lee
  • Santana Miguel
  • Santana Cruz
  • Santana Ray
  • Santana Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Santana

Valentina Diego Elena Marco Sofia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Santana more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Santana at #812 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Santana mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Santana means "holy, sacred place" (Spanish origin).

Are Olivia and Santana boy or girl names?

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

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