Olivia vs Semira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Semira

Girl #6,505 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"fulfilled desire, exalted"

Origin: Amharic/Ethiopian

Cultural Roots

Ethiopian African Arabic Hebrew Swahili

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,505
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Semi, Mira, Sem

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Semira Rank #6,505

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #6505 for Semira.

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

Semira ___

  • Semira Grace
  • Semira Rose
  • Semira Marie
  • Semira Faith
  • Semira Lily
  • Semira Amara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Semira

Amara Zara Layla Nadia Fatima

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Semira more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Semira at #6505 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Semira mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Semira means "fulfilled desire, exalted" (Amharic/Ethiopian origin).

Are Olivia and Semira boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Semira is primarily a girl name.

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