Olivia vs Sharon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sharon

Girl #1,230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fertile plain, coastal plain of Sharon"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,230
Total SSA Count
190
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sheri, Shari, Shaz

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Sharon Rank #1,230

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1230 for Sharon.

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

Sharon ___

  • Sharon Lynn
  • Sharon Anne
  • Sharon Marie
  • Sharon Lee
  • Sharon Kay
  • Sharon Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Sharon

Karen Donna Linda Gary Dennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Sharon more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Sharon at #1230 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Sharon mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Sharon means "fertile plain, coastal plain of Sharon" (Hebrew origin).

Are Olivia and Sharon boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Sharon is primarily a girl name.

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