Olivia vs Shaw

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Olivia

Girl #1 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
14,718
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Liv, Livvy, Oli

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Shaw Rank #4,307

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4307 for Shaw.

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

Shaw ___

  • Shaw James
  • Shaw William
  • Shaw Alexander
  • Shaw Reid
  • Shaw Cole
  • Shaw Bennett

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Shaw

Hayes Greer Quinn Sloane Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Shaw more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Shaw at #4307 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Shaw mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin).

Are Olivia and Shaw boy or girl names?

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

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