Olivia vs Skylar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Skylar

Girl #134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, refuge"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#134
Total SSA Count
2,186
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Sky, Skye

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Skylar Rank #134

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #134 for Skylar.

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

Skylar ___

  • Skylar Rose
  • Skylar Grace
  • Skylar Dawn
  • Skylar Blue
  • Skylar Jade
  • Skylar Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Skylar

Everly Parker Emerson Hadley Sawyer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Skylar more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Skylar at #134 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Skylar mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Skylar means "shelter, refuge" (Dutch origin).

Are Olivia and Skylar boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Skylar is primarily a girl name.

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