Olivia vs Tabitha

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
Tabitha Rank #1,517

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1517 for Tabitha.

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

Tabitha ___

  • Tabitha Rose
  • Tabitha Jane
  • Tabitha Claire
  • Tabitha Ann
  • Tabitha Louise
  • Tabitha Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Tabitha

Beatrice Phineas Caspian Cordelia Barnabas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Tabitha more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Tabitha at #1517 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Tabitha mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Tabitha means "gazelle" (Aramaic origin).

Are Olivia and Tabitha boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Tabitha is primarily a girl name.

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