Olivia vs Shae

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shae

Girl #2,150 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hawk-like"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,150
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Shae Rank #2,150

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #2150 for Shae.

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

Shae ___

  • Shae Lynn
  • Shae Marie
  • Shae Anne
  • Shae Nicole
  • Shae Renee
  • Shae Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Shae

Brennan Quinn Rowan Fiona Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Shae more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Shae at #2150 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Shae mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Shae means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Olivia and Shae boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Shae is primarily a girl name.

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