Olivia vs Sofia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sofia

Girl #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"skill, cleverness"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10
Total SSA Count
8,094
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Sophie, Sof, Fia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Sofia Rank #10

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #10 for Sofia.

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

Sofia ___

  • Sofia Rose
  • Sofia Grace
  • Sofia Elena
  • Sofia Isabel
  • Sofia Marie
  • Sofia Valentina

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Sofia

Mateo Diego Isabella Camila Liam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Sofia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Sofia at #10 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Sofia mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Sofia means "skill, cleverness" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Sofia boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Sofia is primarily a girl name.

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