Olivia vs Stephanie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephanie

Girl #533 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crown, garland"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French English American Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#533
Total SSA Count
571
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Steph, Stevie, Stef

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Stephanie Rank #533

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #533 for Stephanie.

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

Stephanie ___

  • Stephanie Marie
  • Stephanie Lynn
  • Stephanie Ann
  • Stephanie Nicole
  • Stephanie Elizabeth
  • Stephanie Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Stephanie

Jennifer Michelle Ashley Brian Jason

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Stephanie more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Stephanie at #533 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Stephanie mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Stephanie means "crown, garland" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Stephanie boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Stephanie is primarily a girl name.

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